Fall Harvest Bowl (Printable)

Nourishing bowl with roasted vegetables, wild rice, chickpeas, and seasonal toppings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup wild rice, uncooked
02 - 2 cups water or vegetable broth

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
04 - 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
05 - 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
06 - 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
07 - 1 medium apple, cored and diced

→ Legumes

08 - 1 can chickpeas (15 ounces), drained, rinsed, and patted dry

→ Nuts and Cheese

09 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds
10 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ For Roasting

11 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
12 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
14 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Dressing

15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
16 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
19 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes and halved Brussels sprouts with 1.5 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on one baking sheet in a single layer.
03 - Toss chickpeas with 1.5 tablespoons olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on the second baking sheet in a single layer.
04 - Roast vegetables and chickpeas for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and crisp. Remove and let cool slightly.
05 - While roasting, combine wild rice and water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 35 to 40 minutes until tender. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
06 - In a large bowl, massage chopped kale with a pinch of salt until softened, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
07 - Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup or honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
08 - Divide kale, wild rice, roasted sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, chickpeas, apple, and celery evenly among four serving bowls.
09 - Drizzle each bowl with vinaigrette, then top with sliced almonds and crumbled feta. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a cold presentation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It features a perfect balance of roasted vegetables, fresh fruit, and protein-packed legumes.
  • The recipe is naturally vegetarian and can be easily adapted for gluten-free or vegan diets.
  • It is highly versatile and works beautifully as a warm dinner or a chilled meal-prep lunch.
02 -
  • Massaging the kale with a bit of salt is a crucial step to soften its texture and make it more palatable.
  • Check the labels on your feta and other processed ingredients to ensure they are gluten-free if dietary restrictions are a concern.
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