This Postpartum Power Bowl is full of nutrients designed to help fuel your body during the postpartum period. With quinoa as a base and roasted veggies like broccoli, bell peppers, and sweet potatoes, it provides complex carbs, fiber, and healthy fats for energy and recovery.
Postpartum Power Bowl with Quinoa & Roasted Veggies
This Postpartum Power Bowl is full of nutrients designed to help fuel your body during the postpartum period. With quinoa as a base and roasted veggies like broccoli, bell peppers, and sweet potatoes, it provides complex carbs, fiber, and healthy fats for energy and recovery.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
Instructions
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Cook the quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Cook it according to the package instructions (typically 1 cup quinoa to 2 cups water). Set aside.
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Roast the veggies: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the sweet potato, broccoli, and bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
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Make the dressing: Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
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Assemble: In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted veggies, and pumpkin seeds (if using). Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve.
Note
Customizable: Feel free to swap veggies or add grilled chicken for more protein.
roasted veggies like broccoli, bell peppers, and sweet potatoes, it provides complex carbs, fiber, and healthy postpartum dinner meal
User Reviews
It turned out a lot better than I thought it would! As someone who usually plays it safe in the kitchen, I was surprised by how easy this dish was to make.