Za’Atar Roasted Butternut Squash and Beef Grain Bowl with Lemon Honey Vinaigrette

This vibrant grain bowl brings together earthy roasted butternut squash and onion, savory ground beef and fresh spinach, all tossed with a tangy lemon honey vinaigrette. Topped with crumbled feta cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

The za’atar spice blend adds a warm, herbaceous note to the roasted vegetables, while the honey in the dressing balances the acidity of fresh lemon. Ready in about 35 minutes, this bowl is as nourishing as it is delicious.

Log in to save recipes and build weekly shopping lists.

Ingredients

0.5 cup Feta CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 ounce SpinachView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LemonView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

8 ounce Butternut SquashView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon HoneyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Microwavable Grain BlendView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Za'atar SpiceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon (tbsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and adjust rack to top position. Wash and dry produce. Halve, peel and cut onion into ½-inch-thick wedges. Quarter the lemon.
2. On a baking sheet, toss onion and butternut squash with a drizzle of cooking oil, za’atar spice, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.
3. When veggies have about 5 minutes left, massage the grain blend package to separate grains. Partially open the package and microwave until warmed through, about 90 seconds.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, sugar, juice from half the lemon, a splash of water and a pinch of salt until thickened and combined. (For 4 servings, use 4 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp sugar.)
5. Transfer roasted vegetables to the bowl with dressing. Add spinach, warmed grains and half the feta. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Divide salad among shallow bowls. Sprinkle with remaining feta and serve with remaining lemon wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different grain blend?

Yes, any microwavable grain blend or cooked grains like quinoa, farro or brown rice will work well.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

The ingredients are naturally gluten-free, but check the grain blend package to confirm it is certified gluten-free if needed.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or enjoy cold as a salad.