Roasted Sweet Potato & Apple Harvest Bowl

Cinnamon-roasted sweet potatoes, apple and Brussels sprouts over quinoa or farro, topped with nuts, goat cheese and balsamic glaze.

  • 2–3 servings
  • Prep 10 min
  • Cook 25 min
  • Ready in 35 min
A bowl of roasted sweet potato cubes, apple, pecans, crumbled goat cheese and pomegranate seeds over greens

When it feels like fall outside, this healthy recipe is hard to beat!

Why It's Great

  • Sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene and steady energy.
  • Apples add antioxidants and natural sweetness.
  • Brussels sprouts and quinoa deliver fiber and plant-based protein.
  • Healthy fats from olive oil and nuts support brain and joint health.

— Kristen

Ingredients

Nutrition per serving

Calories
380
Protein
8 g

Serving: 1/3 of the recipe. Estimated from USDA values for the ingredients listed, so your numbers will vary with the brands you use.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss sweet potatoes, apple, Brussels sprouts and onion with olive oil, cinnamon, paprika, salt and pepper.
  3. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
  4. Serve over warm quinoa or farro.
  5. Top with nuts, goat cheese and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
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