Nourishing autumn bowl with roasted seasonal vegetables, apples, and grains for a comforting healthy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables and Fruits
01 - 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
02 - 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
03 - 2 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
04 - 1 large apple, cored and sliced
→ Grains
05 - 1 cup farro
06 - 2 cups vegetable broth
→ Seasonings and Oil
07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Toppings
12 - 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
13 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
14 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese, optional
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, toss butternut squash and Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Spread in a single layer on one baking sheet.
03 - Place apple slices on the second baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with cinnamon.
04 - Roast squash and Brussels sprouts for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once, until golden and tender. Roast apples for 15 minutes, until just soft and caramelized.
05 - Rinse the farro. In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add farro, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until grains are tender. Drain excess liquid if needed.
06 - In a skillet over medium heat, wilt the kale for 2 to 3 minutes with a splash of water, stirring until just tender.
07 - Divide cooked grains among 4 bowls. Top each with roasted squash, Brussels sprouts, sautéed kale, and roasted apples.
08 - Garnish with pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and feta cheese if desired. Serve warm.
