Vegan Roasted Veggie Bowl (Print Version)

A nourishing bowl of roasted veggies, quinoa, chickpeas, and creamy avocado dressing for a fresh plant-based meal.

# Components:

→ Roasted Vegetables

01 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
02 - 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
03 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 zucchini, sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Grains & Base

10 - 1 cup quinoa, uncooked and rinsed
11 - 2 cups water or vegetable broth
12 - 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Green Goddess Avocado Dressing

13 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
14 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
15 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
16 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
18 - 1 garlic clove
19 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
20 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water
21 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
22 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Toppings & Garnishes

23 - 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
24 - 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
25 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine sweet potato, broccoli, red bell pepper, and zucchini with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread vegetables in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping vegetables halfway through cooking, until golden and tender.
04 - Combine rinsed quinoa with water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
05 - In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, parsley, cilantro, basil, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, 2 tablespoons water, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add additional water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
06 - Heat chickpeas in a skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, if desired.
07 - Divide cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top with roasted vegetables, chickpeas, shredded red cabbage, and toasted pumpkin seeds. Drizzle generously with Green Goddess Avocado Dressing. Serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a complete meal in one bowl - protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs all in one place
  • The Green Goddess dressing is so good you'll want to put it on everything
  • Easy to meal prep - roast veggies and make dressing ahead for quick assembly
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, without sacrificing any flavor
  • Adaptable to whatever vegetables are in season or in your fridge
02 -
  • For extra flavor, toast the quinoa in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before adding cooking liquid
  • When making the dressing, add the liquid ingredients to the blender first for smoother blending
  • If your avocado isn't quite ripe, add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil to the dressing for added creaminess
  • Roast vegetables on separate trays based on cooking time - sweet potatoes need longer than peppers and zucchini
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the vegetables just after roasting for brightness
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