Description
Embrace the flavors of autumn with this Warm Maple Cranberry Grain Bowl. This hearty dish combines protein-packed quinoa, tart cranberries, and sweet maple syrup, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for any occasion, it’s not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a delightful centerpiece for brunch or dinner gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans (or walnuts)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, cook quinoa with vegetable broth over medium heat until boiling. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and stir in fresh cranberries and chopped spinach or kale, allowing them to wilt slightly.
- Drizzle maple syrup over the mixture and gently combine.
- Add toasted pecans and sprinkle cinnamon on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg