Zen Bowl Recipe
A hearty bowl with quinoa, grilled chicken, and seasonal vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Grain Base
Protein
Vegetables
Seasoning
Method
Prepare Quinoa
- 1
Rinse Quinoa
Place 1 cup of quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- 2
Cook Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
Grill Chicken
- 3
Prepare Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 4
Prepare Vegetables
- 5
Chop Vegetables
While the chicken is grilling, chop the bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- 6
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble Bowl
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork. Top with the sautéed vegetables and sliced grilled chicken.
- 8
Serve
Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired, and serve warm.
