# What You’ll Need:
→ Grain
01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Vegetables
04 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
05 - 1 zucchini, sliced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
07 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
08 - 1 cup broccoli florets
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Dressing
13 - 3 tablespoons tahini
14 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
16 - 2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed
17 - 1 garlic clove, minced
18 - Pinch of salt
→ Optional Toppings
19 - 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
20 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Set oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a pot, bring quinoa, water, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat; keep covered for 5 minutes. Fluff quinoa with a fork.
03 - Place sweet potato, zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and broccoli on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - Roast vegetables for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and caramelized.
05 - Whisk tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, water, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl until smooth. Add additional water to achieve desired consistency.
06 - Divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top with roasted vegetables, drizzle with lemon-tahini dressing, and sprinkle with seeds and parsley if desired.
07 - Serve warm or at room temperature as preferred.
