Golden Turmeric Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Broccoli (Printable)
A vibrant, nourishing grain bowl featuring golden turmeric quinoa, crispy roasted broccoli, and fresh toppings for a wholesome, plant-based meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Quinoa Base
01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed thoroughly
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
→ Roasted Broccoli
06 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into small florets
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
11 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 avocado, sliced
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
14 - 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
15 - Lemon wedges, for serving
→ Tahini Dressing
16 - 3 tablespoons tahini
17 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
18 - 2 tablespoons water
19 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup
20 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until crisp and lightly browned.
03 - Combine rinsed quinoa, water, turmeric, cumin, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
04 - Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
05 - Divide the turmeric quinoa among four bowls. Top each with roasted broccoli, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, cilantro or parsley, and pumpkin seeds. Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve with lemon wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The roasted broccoli gets these crispy edges while staying tender inside, creating texture that keeps every bite interesting
- This bowl somehow tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep without feeling like leftovers
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- Dont skip rinsing the quinoa or youll end up with a bitter aftertaste that ruins the whole bowl
- The tahini dressing will seem too thick at first but keep whisking and it will emulsify into a silky consistency
03 -
- Toasting the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before adding makes them incredibly fragrant
- Let the roasted broccoli cool slightly on the baking sheet so it develops even more crispy edges