Freekeh Power Bowl

🥘 Ingredients

• Parmesan cheese
  1 c
• apple
  2 unit
• brussels sprouts
  1 lb
• butternut squash
  1 lb
• freekeh
  1.5 c
• lemon
  2 unit
• olive oil
  1/3 c
• pepper
• salt
• shallot
  2 unit
• walnuts
  2 oz

🍳 Cookware

• large pot
• strainer
• baking sheet
• medium pan
• large bowl

1. 

   1

   Adjust rack to middle position and preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place freekeh in a large pot with a pinch of salt and enough water to cover generously. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and reduce to a simmer. Cook until tender, ⏱️ 20-25 minutes . Drain and rinse under cold water with strainer .

   freekeh: 1.5 c, salt
2. 

   2

   Wash and dry all produce. Trim brussels sprouts , then halve lengthwise through stem ends. Slice half the Brussels sprouts into thin shreds; set aside. Toss remaining Brussels sprouts halves and butternut squash with a drizzle of olive oil and pepper on a baking sheet . Roast in oven until tender, ⏱️ 20-25 minutes , tossing halfway through.

   brussels sprouts: 1 lb, butternut squash: 1 lb, olive oil: 1/3 c, pepper
3. 

   3

   Heat a medium pan over medium heat. Add walnuts and toast, tossing frequently, until fragrant, ⏱️ 2-3 minutes . Remove from pan and set aside.

   walnuts: 2 oz
4. 

   4

   Heat a drizzle of olive oil in the pan used for walnuts over medium heat. Add shredded Brussels sprouts and cook, tossing, until softened, ⏱️ 3-4 minutes . Season with salt and pepper.
5. 

   5

   Halve and peel shallot , then mince until you have 2 tbsp. Zest lemon until you have 1/2 tsp zest, then halve. Whisk together minced shallot, lemon zest, juice from one lemon half, and 2 tbsp olive oil in a large bowl . Season with salt and pepper. Adjust with more olive oil if needed.

   shallot: 2 unit, lemon: 2 unit
6. 

   6

   Core apple , then dice into small cubes. Add freekeh, walnuts, shredded Brussels sprouts, Parmesan cheese , and apple to bowl with dressing and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Divide mixture between plates, top with roasted veggies, and serve.

   apple: 2 unit, Parmesan cheese: 1 c