Autumn Harvest Quinoa Power Bowl with Maple Balsamic Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa (farro, or your preferred whole grain)
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth (for cooking the grains)
• Salt (to taste)
• 2 cups cubed butternut squash
• 1 cup Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
• 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas or your preferred protein (grilled chicken, roasted turkey, or tofu)
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries or pomegranate arils
• 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard