Roasted Cauliflower Lemon Thyme Quinoa
Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that is rich in vitamins and minerals. It is a great source of vitamin C and fiber.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Ingredients
- 500 gram Cauliflower
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1 piece Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the cauliflower into florets and place them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat.
- Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, thyme, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted cauliflower, cooked quinoa, and dressing. Toss to coat evenly.
- Let the flavors meld for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 10g20%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.