Authentic AU Soccer Jersey Veggie Bowl

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant grain bowl featuring quinoa, roasted seasonal vegetables, and a tangy lemon-tahini dressing, inspired by the precision of authentic sports apparel. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs uncooked quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, medium, sliced 1/4-inch thick zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, sliced 1/4-inch thick zucchini
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and black pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until edges are caramelized.
2. Step 2: Cook quinoa according to package instructions (1 cup quinoa to 2 cups water, simmer 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
3. Step 3: Whisk together lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, maple syrup, and 2 tbsp water until smooth. Season with 1/4 tsp salt.
4. Step 4: In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, roasted vegetables, and diced cucumber. Drizzle with 3 tbsp dressing and toss gently.
5. Step 5: Divide quinoa mixture between bowls, top with roasted vegetables, and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds. Drizzle remaining dressing over the top just before serving.