Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Power Bowl

PregnancyAmericanEasyServes 245 min

Protein-packed quinoa topped with roasted butternut squash, leafy kale, and a generous dollop of pasteurized Greek yogurt.

This power bowl is perfectly tailored for mid-pregnancy when energy returns and the baby's growth accelerates. Greek yogurt brings essential calcium to support the baby's skeletal development as bones begin to harden, while quinoa supplies steady energy and whole-grain fiber for the mother. The combination of kale and lemon juice is a thoughtful pairing, providing both iron for increasing blood volume and the vitamin C needed to maximize its absorption.

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One serving≈490 kcal · 20 g protein

Calories490 kcal

Protein20 g

Carbs53 g · 7.1g sugar

Fat25 g · 3.7g sat

Fiber8.7 g

Sodium649 mg

Folate149 mcg DFE

Iron5.1 mg

Calcium231 mg

Choline65 mg

Iodine81 mcg

Vitamin B120.5 mcg

Zinc3.3 mg

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Ingredients

½ cup quinoa, rinsed
1 cup water
2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
½ red onion, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp salt
2 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
½ lemon, juiced
½ cup pasteurized greek yogurt
¼ cup pumpkin seeds, toasted

Method

1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2Toss the cubed butternut squash and chopped red onion with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chili powder, and half of the salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
3While the vegetables roast, combine the quinoa and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
4In a large bowl, massage the chopped kale with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, and remaining salt until the leaves soften and darken in color.
5Divide the quinoa between two bowls. Top with the massaged kale and roasted vegetables.
6Add a generous dollop of greek yogurt and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds before serving.

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