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Healthy Autumn Harvest Bowl

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A warm and hearty autumn bowl featuring a base of wild rice and kale, topped with roasted sweet potatoes, delicata squash, and grilled chicken, all drizzled with a tangy apple cider vinaigrette dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup wild rice blend
  • 1 cup broth or water
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 1 medium delicata squash, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 cups chopped kale

Instructions

  1. Bring the wild rice and broth or water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 45 minutes until tender.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. On a baking sheet, toss the sweet potato cubes and delicata squash slices with 1 tablespoon avocado oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and thyme. Spread evenly.
  4. Place chicken breasts on a separate baking sheet. Pound to even thickness, brush with remaining avocado oil, and season with remaining salt and pepper.
  5. Roast the vegetables and chicken in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until vegetables are tender and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. While cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl or jar.
  7. Allow chicken to cool slightly, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  8. To assemble, divide chopped kale, cooked wild rice, roasted vegetables, and chicken evenly among four bowls.
  9. Drizzle each bowl with dressing and toss gently to coat. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

This bowl is versatile—feel free to swap in your favorite seasonal vegetables or protein. The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. For a vegetarian option, omit chicken and add roasted chickpeas or tofu.

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