Quinoa Bowl
A vibrant and nutritious dish featuring quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful dressing, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber sliced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 1/2 red onion finely chopped
- Fresh cilantro or parsley chopped
- 1/2 avocado sliced
- Dressing of your choice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness.
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water/broth.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa and chopped vegetables.
- Drizzle your favorite dressing over the mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 8g