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Quinoa Bowl with Apple Chutney
with roasted Brussels sprouts / goat cheese / walnuts

Active: 45 min Total: 45 min
This grain bowl is an ode to fall flavors featuring roasted Brussels sprouts, walnuts, and apples. The chutney served on top is a unique way to serve apples that are tart and savory instead of super sweet.
Smarts: If you're short on time, skip the apple chutney or just serve the meal with apple slices on the side - you'll still benefit from the great flavor combination of balsamic vinegar, savory Brussels sprouts, and tart apples.
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Ingredients

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Servings:
4
Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Brussels Sprouts:
  • Brussels sprouts - 1 1/2 lbs , trimmed and halved
  • Beans, white (14 oz / 397 g) - 1 can , drained and rinsed
  • Foil or parchment paper (opt) - for cooking
  • Oil, cooking - 1 Tbsp
  • Mustard, Dijon - 1 tsp (use large grain if you have it)
  • Vinegar, balsamic - 1 tsp
  • Walnuts, halves or pieces - 2 oz
  • Goat cheese - 4 oz (sub feta)
Apple Chutney:
  • Shallots - 2 cloves , diced
  • Apples, preferably a tart green variety - 2 , peeled and diced
  • Water - 1/2 cup
  • Vinegar, apple cider - 1/4 cup
  • Brown sugar - 1 Tbsp
  • Vinegar, balsamic - 2 tsp
  • Lemon zest - 1/2 tsp
Quinoa:
  • Quinoa, uncooked - 3/4 cup
  • Stock, any type - 1 1/2 cups

Prep

  1. Quinoa - (Double if making Wednesday’s meal. If prepping right before cooking, get oven heating while quinoa cooks.) Combine quinoa with stock in a saucepan. Add some salt. Bring to a boil covered. Lower heat, keep covered, and cook until liquid is absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
  2. Brussels sprouts / Shallots - Prep as directed. (Note: If the Brussels sprouts you bought are very large, you can slice them into quarters for more bite-sized pieces.) Store separately. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
  3. Chutney - Peel and chop apples. Combine apples, shallots, water, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar (portion for chutney), and lemon zest in a small saucepan.
  4. Beans - Drain and rinse.

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Make

  1. Heat oven to 425F / 218C degrees.
  2. Line a sheet pan with foil or parchment paper. (This is optional but will make clean-up easier.)
  3. Toss Brussels sprouts with oil, mustard, balsamic vinegar (portion for Brussels sprouts), and some salt and pepper. Spread onto sheet pan. Transfer to the oven and roast until Brussels sprouts are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  4. While Brussels sprouts roast, place saucepan with apples over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer and then reduce heat to maintain a low simmer. Simmer until apples are soft but still hold their shape, 10 to 15 minutes. (Note: If the pan looks dry before apples are soft, add water as needed. The chutney should be thick and not watery when it’s done.)
  5. If you’d like the walnuts toasted, add them to the sheet pan with the Brussels sprouts in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  6. Reheat quinoa if made ahead (reserve half if doubled). Stir in beans.
  7. Divide quinoa / beans between serving bowls. Top each bowl with Brussels sprouts and walnuts. Crumble goat cheese over top. Finish with a spoonful of apple chutney. Enjoy!

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