Description
Experience a burst of summer flavors with this vibrant Vegetarian Quinoa Bowl. Packed with fresh, crisp vegetables and nutty quinoa, this dish is drizzled with a zesty lime dressing that elevates every bite. Perfect for any occasion, it's not just a meal but a celebration of seasonal produce that’s quick to prepare and easy to customize. Enjoy it as a refreshing dinner or delightful lunch option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- While the quinoa cooks, chop the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the bell pepper, and slice the avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa with chopped veggies and pour over the dressing. Toss gently until well coated.
- Portion into bowls or plates and top each serving with avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding seasonal vegetables or proteins like chickpeas for added nutrition. - For extra flavor, try incorporating fresh herbs such as cilantro or basil. - This dish can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.