Description
Roasted Cauliflower and Pear Grain Bowl is a deliciously vibrant dish that combines tender, caramelized cauliflower with sweet, juicy pears on a hearty bed of grains. This wholesome meal is perfect for cozy dinners or laid-back weekends, delivering a delightful blend of flavors and textures that everyone will love. With its nutritious ingredients and beautiful presentation, this recipe is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 cup quinoa (or farro)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC).
- Toss cauliflower florets in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast cauliflower for 25-30 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- In the last five minutes of roasting, add sliced pears drizzled with honey to the baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa with roasted cauliflower and pears. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg