Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Nectarines
Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Nectarines is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines nutty quinoa with sweet, caramelized nectarines and fresh baby spinach. This colorful bowl not only delights the palate but also serves as the perfect centerpiece for summer picnics or cozy dinners at home. With its impressive presentation and easy preparation in under 30 minutes, this recipe will surely impress your guests while celebrating seasonal flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 4 ripe nectarines, sliced into wedges
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear, then cook according to package instructions (usually 1 cup quinoa to 2 cups water).
- On the baking sheet, toss the nectarines with 1 tablespoon olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
- In each bowl, layer cooked quinoa followed by baby spinach and roasted nectarines.
- Top generously with crumbled feta cheese and drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 360g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg