Up To 3 Flavors By Plate Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

Select up to 3 different flavors for your plate.

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Ingredients

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Base

Method

Preparation of Base

1

Rinse Quinoa

Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water for about 2 minutes to remove any bitterness.

2

Cook Quinoa

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Preparing Flavor Options

3

Prepare Grilled Chicken

If using grilled chicken, slice it into strips or cubes after cooking. You can season it with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired.

4

Roast Vegetables

Toss 2 cups of chopped bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until tender.

5

Slice Avocado

Cut the medium avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice each half into wedges.

6

Prepare Feta Cheese

Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces, if not already crumbled.

7

Prepare Chickpeas

If using canned chickpeas, rinse and drain 1 cup. If using dried, soak and cook them beforehand.

8

Wash Spinach

Thoroughly wash the spinach leaves and remove any tough stems.

Assembly

9

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with your choice of up to 3 flavors selected from grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, hummus, avocado, feta cheese, pesto sauce, chickpeas, or spinach.

10

Dress the Plate

Drizzle the assembled plate with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.