Fall Vegetable Bowl (Printable)

A nourishing autumn bowl featuring roasted squash, kale, apples, and grains for a wholesome meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & 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 & 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:

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 the first 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 soft and caramelized.
05 - Rinse 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 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 - Top with pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and feta cheese if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks at nearly the same time, so you're eating within an hour without the usual kitchen chaos.
  • It tastes even better the next day when all the flavors have gotten to know each other in the fridge.
  • One bowl actually fills you up, which never feels like a sacrifice when it's this colorful and delicious.
02 -
  • Don't chop your vegetables too small or they'll shrivel into nothing during roasting, so think chunky and confident with your knife.
  • The cinnamon on the apples is subtle but essential, and if you skip it you'll wonder why your roasted apples taste one-dimensional instead of complex.
03 -
  • Pat your Brussels sprouts dry before roasting so they crisp up instead of steaming in their own moisture, which is the difference between good and genuinely delicious.
  • Don't be shy with the smoked paprika and cinnamon, they're what make people guess what your secret ingredient is and realize there isn't one, just thoughtful seasoning.
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