Description
A nutritious and colorful Buddha Bowl featuring quinoa and a variety of fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, combine quinoa and water, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and spinach.
- Add the cooled quinoa to the vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Top with sliced avocado before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins.
- This bowl can be served warm or cold.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Buddha Bowl, Quinoa, Vegetables, Healthy Recipe