Quinoa Bowl
The quintessential vegan meal - high protein, high fiber, nutrient-dense and uber delicious.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup quinoa
1½ cups water for cooking
1 cup tempeh or other protein, cubed
½ sweet potato, chopped
½ cup broccoli, chopped
1 cup kale, chopped
½ avocado, sliced
3 tsp. coconut oil
1-2 tbsp. hemp seeds
Ready in 40 minutes
Serves one or more
High Protein
1-2 tbsp.
hemp seeds
½ cup
broccoli
1 cup
kale
1 cup
tempeh
½
sweet potato
1 cup
quinoa
½
avocado
3 tsp.
coconut oil
High Fiber
PREPARATION
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Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Cover, reduce to low and simmer until the quinoa is tender and water is absorbed15-20 mins.
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Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to boil. Add sweet potato for 10-12 minutes, until tender.
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Steam broccoli for 3-5 minutes, until tender but still firm.
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Put 1-2 tsp coconut oil in a saucepan over medium then add tempeh and stir frequently for 3-4 mins. Remove from heat.
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Add kale for 1 minute to the hot pan to wilt.
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Place everything into a bowl and top with hemp seeds and sliced avocado.
TIPS
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Top with a drizzle of flax oil or chopped pecans.
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Top with tamari or teriyaki sauce.