Cozy Autumn Grain Bowls with Maple Cinnamon Vinaigrette Bliss
A warm and hearty bowl perfect for autumn, featuring grains topped with a delicious maple cinnamon vinaigrette.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup roasted butternut squash
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine quinoa, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to create the vinaigrette.
- Once quinoa is cooked, fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.
- Toss the quinoa with roasted chickpeas and butternut squash.
- Drizzle the maple cinnamon vinaigrette on top before serving.
Notes
- For added crunch, top with nuts or seeds.
- This bowl can be served warm or cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cozy Autumn, Grain Bowls, Maple Cinnamon Vinaigrette