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Thai Veggie Quinoa Bowl

Delicious Thai Veggie Quinoa Bowl: Fresh & Easy Recipe

A vibrant Thai Veggie Quinoa Bowl packed with protein and flavor, perfect for a quick, nutritious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Veggies
  • 1 cup broccoli chopped
  • 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot grated
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced
For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
For the Dressing
  • 1 medium lime juiced
  • 2 tablespoons tamari gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil or extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or cider vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup peanuts crushed

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. Chop broccoli, slice red onion, and grate carrot. Combine in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, tamari, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame seeds.
  4. Combine cooked quinoa with chopped vegetables in the mixing bowl and toss gently.
  5. Pour dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture, tossing to coat each ingredient.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and crushed peanuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; add dressing just before serving for optimal freshness.

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