Rainbow Roasted Vegetable Bowl (Printable)

Colorful medley of roasted vegetables over brown rice with fresh herb sauce

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 cup purple cauliflower florets
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
07 - 1 medium carrot, sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Grains

11 - 1.5 cups uncooked brown rice
12 - 3 cups water
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Herb Sauce

14 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley
15 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
18 - 1 small garlic clove
19 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
20 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
21 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
02 - Arrange all chopped vegetables on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
03 - Place baking sheet in preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized at the edges.
04 - Rinse brown rice under cold running water. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover with lid, and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff gently with a fork.
05 - Combine parsley, cilantro, basil, lemon juice, garlic clove, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and well combined.
06 - Divide cooked brown rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with roasted vegetables and drizzle generously with herb sauce.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Bursting with a variety of colorful, nutrient-dense vegetables.
  • Simple preparation with easy roasting and blending steps.
  • Naturally vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free for broad appeal.
02 -
  • Ensure vegetables are in a single layer on the baking sheet to achieve perfect caramelization rather than steaming.
  • Rinsing the brown rice before cooking helps remove excess surface starch for a fluffier texture.
  • Double the herb sauce recipe to use as a dressing for salads later in the week.
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