Winter Squash Grain Bowl
Bowl meals have become a 'trendy' menu item, but we've always been a fan because it's easy to prepare and a great way to turn random ingredients into a healthy dinner. A good grain bowl can be simple in ingredients but be sure it is well-seasoned, and play up contrasts in color, texture, and flavor.
Ingredients
Grains
- 8 oz. grain bowl mix
- 1 3" piece lemongrass
- 2 cups water
Winter Squash
- 1-2 winter squash (seeds reserved), diced and roasted (peeled depending on the variety of squash)
- olive oil, salt, and pepper for roasting
Roasted seeds for garnish
- squash seeds, cleaned and dried
- garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp cooking oil
- 1-2 scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Grain Instructions
- Prepare the grain bowl mix to the package instructions. Be sure to add the lemongrass along with water and salt. Cook until all water has been absorbed. Set grain aside.
Squash Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°.
- Cut squash in half and scoop out the seeds (save to roast and use for garnish)
- Add diced squash to a large baking sheet and toss with oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- To serve, spoon grain into bowls and top with squash. Garnish with roasted seeds and scallions.
Roasted Seed Garnish
- Keep the oven at 425°.
- Clean the seeds and remove any leftover pulp. Day by lying flat on a kitchen or paper towel.
- Toss seeds with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread seeds on a baking sheet and bake for 10-20 minutes or until fragrant.
- Once cooled, toss with scallions and use as a garnish.
