Bowl Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base
Protein
Vegetables
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Base
- 1
Rinse Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer to remove bitterness.
- 2
Cook Quinoa
In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat 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.
Preparation of Protein
- 3
Preparation of Vegetables
- 4
Chop Vegetables
Dice 1 cup of bell pepper, 1 cup of cucumber, and halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes. Set aside.
- 5
Prepare Spinach
Wash and dry 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves. Tear them into smaller pieces if desired.
Assembly of Bowl
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, start by placing the cooked quinoa as the base. Top it with the sautéed chickpeas, diced bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and spinach.
- 7
Add Toppings
Sprinkle 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese over the top. Slice 1 avocado and place it on the bowl. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of lemon juice over everything. Season with salt and pepper to taste.