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Healthy bowl with red lentils, quinoa, broccoli, carrot, squash and tahini sauce.
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Red Lentil Quinoa Bowl

A classic veggie and grain bowl with red lentils and quinoa that's perfect for a wholesome dinner or healthy meal prep idea.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 4
Author: Deryn Macey

Ingredients

For the Bowls

  • 4 large carrots chopped
  • 4 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash or 1 medium squash, the amount doesn't have to be exact
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa rinsed (approx. 2 cups cooked)
  • 1 cup uncooked red lentils rinsed (approx. 2 cups cooked)
  • 4 cups chopped broccoli

For the Lemon Tahini Sauce

  • 5 tbsp tahini 75 g
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup optional
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt or to taste
  • pinch of pepper
  • water to adjust consistency

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Roast Squash and Carrot: Add the peeled and cubed butternut squash and chopped carrot to a roasting tray. Add 2 tsp olive oil and a generous sprinkling of sea salt and pepper and use your hands to mix so everything is coated. Roast for 35-45 minutes until tender.
  • Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa well under cold water. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup uncooked quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and lightly simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, let stand for 5 minutes with the lid on. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork.
  • Cook Lentils: Rinse the red lentils. Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup lentils, cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  • Steam Broccoli: To make the broccoli, steam on the stovetop for 4-5 minutes until bright and tender-crisp.
  • Make Tahini Sauce: To make the tahini sauce, mix everything but the water together until fully combined. Slowly add water 1-2 tbsp at a time until you have a smooth, creamy consistency. It should be thick but pourable.
  • Assemble the Bowls: To assemble, divide everything between 4 containers or bowls and serve right away. 

Notes

Assembled bowls can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave. Recommended to store the dressing separately until serving. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 18g