Description
A vibrant and nutritious bowl featuring fresh vegetables, quinoa, and a zesty dressing, promoting a healthy lifestyle while tantalizing your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- Fresh Vegetables (kale, carrots, bell peppers)
- 1 cup Quinoa or Brown Rice
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice and Zest
- Nuts and Seeds (almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables.
- Cook your base (quinoa or brown rice) following package instructions.
- Sauté the vegetables in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Add kale and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Combine the cooked quinoa with the sautéed vegetables in a mixing bowl.
- Stir in diced avocado, lemon juice, and zest gently.
- Top with your choice of nuts or seeds.
- Serve warm, drizzling with extra olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt.
Notes
Customize with different vegetables and grains as per your preference. Make ahead by preparing the quinoa and chopping vegetables a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Clean Eating
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg