Nibbles & Dreams: Dreaming Up Delicious Recipes, One Nibble at a Time.

Yields: 4-6 servings, Prep Time: 15 mins, Cook Time: 40 mins, Total Time: 55 mins Ingredients: 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved 3 cups butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 2/3 cup dry quinoa 1 medium pomegranate, deseeded 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1 small orange, juiced (about 1/4 cup) 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon hemp seeds (optional) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roast vegetables: Place Brussels sprouts on one side of the pan and butternut squash on the other. Roast for 25 minutes. Remove Brussels sprouts and place in a large bowl. Return squash to the oven for 15-20 more minutes, until tender. Add to the bowl with Brussels sprouts. Cook quinoa: Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve. Heat a small saucepan over medium heat; add quinoa. Cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted. Add 1 1/3 cups water; bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 13-15 minutes, until fluffy. Make dre...

Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups vegetable broth 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste) 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color) 1 cup chopped zucchini 1 cup chopped broccoli florets Salt and pepper to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Instructions: Cook Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Roast Vegetables: While the quinoa is cooking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the chopped vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Sauté Spices: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add cumin, coria...