Paprika Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl (Printable)

Vibrant bowl with roasted vegetables, quinoa, chicken, lemon salad, and avocado.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Quinoa

10 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
11 - 2 cups vegetable broth or water
12 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Chicken

13 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
15 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
17 - ½ teaspoon salt
18 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Lemon Salad

19 - 4 cups mixed salad greens, such as arugula, spinach, or romaine
20 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
21 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
22 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
23 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Bowl Finish

24 - 2 ripe avocados, sliced
25 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, and carrots with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast vegetables for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until tender and slightly caramelized.
04 - Combine quinoa, broth or water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
05 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
06 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
07 - In a salad bowl, toss greens and cucumber with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
08 - Start each serving bowl with a base of quinoa, add roasted vegetables, sliced chicken, a handful of lemon salad, and avocado slices. Garnish with parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It is naturally gluten-free and packed with high-quality protein and fiber.
  • The combination of warm roasted peppers and zucchini with a crisp lemon salad offers a delightful texture contrast.
  • Smoked paprika provides a deep, savory aroma that ties the chicken and vegetables together beautifully.
02 -
  • Rinse the quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove its natural bitter coating (saponin).
  • Allow the chicken to rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing to keep the juices inside.
  • Cut your vegetables into uniform 1-inch pieces to ensure they all cook at the same rate.
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