Healthy Vegetable Recipe with Plant-Based Protein
A nourishing quinoa bowl featuring lean protein, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh vegetables, and a light lemon dressing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
1 medium sweet potato, cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 chicken breast or 1 cup cooked chickpeas
1 cup fresh spinach or mixed greens
1/2 cucumber, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
1 avocado, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons pumpkin or sunflower seeds
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook quinoa with water until fluffy and set aside.
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Roast sweet potatoes at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes.
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Grill or cook chicken until done, then slice.
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Chop vegetables and prepare avocado.
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Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and garlic for dressing.
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Assemble bowls with quinoa, vegetables, protein, and avocado.
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Drizzle with dressing and top with seeds before serving.
Notes
Store components separately for meal prep.
Add avocado just before serving.
Adjust protein to preference.