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Beautiful Mother Earth Bowl made from natural materials, perfect for eco-conscious homes.

Mother Earth Bowl

A vibrant and nourishing bowl featuring warm roasted vegetables, nutty grains, and creamy dressings, perfect for meal prep or a comforting weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the bowl
  • 4 cups Mixed greens
  • 1 cup Quinoa or farro Quinoa for lighter texture, farro for nuttiness.
  • 2 cups Roasted sweet potatoes Cut into even pieces for consistent roasting.
  • 1 cup Roasted carrots
  • 1 cup Roasted zucchini
For the pesto
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets Blanched for color and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Pine nuts, almonds, or walnuts Toasted for enhanced flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
For the vinaigrette
  • 1 cup Roasted red pepper Finely chopped or puréed.
  • 2 tbsp Miso paste Use vegan miso if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Vinegar White wine, apple cider, or rice vinegar.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.

Method
 

Roasting the Vegetables
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut sweet potatoes, carrots, and zucchini into similarly sized pieces. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through.
  2. The vegetables should be tender and caramelized with golden-brown edges when done.
Cooking the Grains
  1. Rinse quinoa or farro under cool water. For quinoa, combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 12–15 minutes; fluff and let sit covered. Prepare farro according to package instructions.
Making the Broccoli Pesto
  1. Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for 1–2 minutes, then plunge into ice water. Drain and blend with nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt until smooth yet textured.
Preparing the Miso Vinaigrette
  1. Purée or finely chop roasted red pepper, then whisk with miso paste, olive oil, and vinegar. Adjust thickness with water; it should coat a spoon and drip easily.
Assembling the Bowl
  1. In each serving bowl, layer mixed greens, a scoop of grains, warm roasted vegetables, and drizzle with both broccoli pesto and miso vinaigrette. Serve immediately or store ingredients separately for meal prep.

Notes

For best texture, store grains and dressings separately from greens. Reheat grains in the oven or microwave before serving. Can substitute chickpeas for roasted vegetables or adjust greens and nuts as needed for preferences or allergies.