Grains

• 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth

Vegetables

• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
• 1 medium carrot (sliced)
• 1 small red onion (cut into wedges)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

Additional ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 can black beans or chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1/4 cup roasted almonds or walnuts (roughly chopped)
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
• 1 small garlic clove (finely minced)

Instructions