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A nourishing fall-inspired Buddha bowl featuring roasted butternut squash, apples, chickpeas, quinoa, kale, and pumpkin seeds, topped with a creamy cashew apple cider dressing.
3 cups chopped butternut squash (about 1/2 large butternut squash)
3 cups chopped apples (about 2 large apples)
1 (15.5 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tsp maple syrup
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt, divided
2 cups quinoa
1 small bunch kale, stems removed and roughly chopped
2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
For the Cashew Apple Cider Dressing:
1 cup cashews, soaked for at least 1 hour
1 small shallot, minced (about 1 Tbsp)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
1 tsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
3 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup water
1/2 tsp salt
Swap quinoa for farro or brown rice for variety.
Use pears instead of apples for a subtle twist.
Add grilled chicken or roasted tofu for extra protein.
Toast pumpkin seeds for a crunchier topping.
Store components separately; assemble just before serving for freshness.