Description
A wholesome and hearty Brussels Sprouts Grain Bowl featuring roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, and red onions served over tender farro and drizzled with a creamy tahini-lemon dressing. This nutritious bowl is topped with toasted almonds or pepitas for added crunch and flavor, making it a perfect vegetarian meal for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups Brussels Sprouts, halved
- 1 medium Sweet Potato, diced
- 1 small Red Onion, sliced
Grain
- 1 cup Farro, uncooked
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
Dressing
- ¼ cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2–4 tablespoons Water
Toppings
- ¼ cup Toasted Almonds or Pepitas
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
- Toss Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the halved Brussels sprouts, diced sweet potato, and sliced red onion. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then toss to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
- Arrange Vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure the Brussels sprouts are placed cut-side down for optimal roasting.
- Roast Vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the vegetables for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cook Farro: While the vegetables roast, cook the farro separately according to the package instructions until tender. Once cooked, drain any excess water and fluff the grains with a fork.
- Prepare Dressing: In a blender or bowl, combine tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic powder, and 2 tablespoons of water. Blend or whisk until smooth, adding more water as needed to reach your desired dressing consistency.
- Assemble Grain Bowl: In serving bowls, layer the cooked farro, then top with the roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potato, and red onion mixture. Drizzle with the tahini dressing and sprinkle toasted almonds or pepitas over the top for a crunchy finish.
- Serve: Serve the grain bowls warm and enjoy this nutritious and flavorful meal.
Notes
- You can substitute farro with quinoa or brown rice if preferred.
- Adjust the maple syrup in the dressing to taste for sweetness.
- The dressing consistency can be made thinner or thicker by adjusting the amount of water.
- For a nut-free version, omit the almonds or pepitas or substitute with roasted chickpeas.
- Roasting time may vary depending on your oven, so check vegetables for doneness accordingly.
