Garlic Herb Veggie Bowl (Printable)

Roasted vegetables, herbs, grains, and zesty garlic dressing combine for a nourishing, colorful lunch or dinner.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
02 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 red onion, sliced
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Grains

10 - 1 cup cooked quinoa or cooked brown rice

→ Garlic Herb Dressing

11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
13 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
16 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
17 - salt and pepper, to taste

→ Toppings (optional)

18 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
19 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
02 - Spread sweet potato, zucchini, red bell pepper, broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, and red onion on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
03 - Roast vegetables for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway, until tender and lightly caramelized.
04 - Prepare quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
05 - Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
06 - Divide cooked grains among serving bowls. Top with equal portions of roasted vegetables. Drizzle with garlic herb dressing.
07 - Finish with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds, if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally packed with plant-powered nutrition and fiber
  • Customizable with whatever vegetables you have on hand
  • Crowd-pleaser that works for meal prep and weeknight dinners
02 -
  • Rich in vitamins minerals and antioxidants
  • Simple to make gluten-free and vegan by omitting feta
  • Excellent for meal prep stays fresh for several days
  • The combo of fresh parsley and basil is what always gets compliments in this bowl They are what gives such life to simple roasted vegetables and remind me of the kitchen garden my grandmother kept her hands always smelled of basil when she handed me a bowl for lunch
03 -
  • Cut veggies into similar sized pieces so they cook evenly
  • Do not crowd the baking sheet or the vegetables will steam instead of roasting
  • Always taste and adjust the dressing at the end A little more lemon or garlic can make it pop according to your own palate

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