Description
A vibrant and wholesome grain bowl packed with roasted sweet potatoes, earthy beets, creamy burrata, and hearty grains. Perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa or farro
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 medium beets, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula or spinach)
- 1 ball burrata cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potatoes and beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, cook quinoa or farro according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss roasted vegetables with balsamic vinegar.
- Assemble the grain bowls by layering grains, mixed greens, roasted vegetables, and burrata.
- Drizzle with honey (if using) and top with pumpkin seeds or walnuts and fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use any cooked grain you prefer, such as brown rice or barley.
- Replace burrata with mozzarella or goat cheese for a different flavor.
- Meal prep by roasting the vegetables and cooking the grains ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: sweet potato grain bowl, beet burrata salad, vegetarian grain bowl, healthy lunch ideas