Rainbow Veggie Nourish Bowl (Printable)

Vibrant bowl combining roasted and fresh vegetables, hearty grains, and tangy tahini dressing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice

→ Roasted Vegetables

02 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
03 - 1 cup cauliflower florets
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Fresh Vegetables

08 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 cup sliced cucumber
11 - 1/2 cup grated carrots
12 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced

→ Beans & Toppings

13 - 1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
14 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

→ Tahini Dressing

16 - 1/4 cup tahini
17 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
18 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
19 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
20 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water
21 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
22 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine sweet potato, cauliflower, and broccoli in a mixing bowl. Toss with olive oil, sea salt, and ground black pepper. Evenly distribute on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Vegetables should be tender and lightly browned.
03 - If not previously cooked, prepare quinoa according to package instructions.
04 - In a small mixing bowl, blend tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, olive oil, minced garlic, and salt. Gradually mix in water by the tablespoon until the dressing reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
05 - Divide cooked quinoa into four bowls. Layer on roasted sweet potato, cauliflower, broccoli, shredded red cabbage, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, grated carrots, sliced avocado, and chickpeas.
06 - Drizzle tahini dressing over the bowls. Finish with pumpkin seeds and fresh chopped parsley. Serve at once or store each component separately, assembling just prior to serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour which makes weeknight meal prep a breeze
  • Naturally vegan and gluten free so everyone at the table can enjoy
  • Perfect for cleaning out your fridge no veggie gets wasted
  • Features a creamy homemade dressing that rivals any restaurant bowl
02 -
  • High in fiber and plant protein so it keeps you full without weighing you down
  • The tahini dressing easily adapts to different flavor profiles make it spicy smoky or extra tangy
  • Each bowl is customizable for food allergies or dietary needs
03 -
  • Always roast vegetables in a single layer so they caramelize
  • Use very cold water for the tahini dressing to get a luscious texture
  • Prep all your toppings before you start assembling so the bowl comes together seamlessly