Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Easy Nourish Bowl, featuring a harmonious blend of hearty quinoa, crunchy veggies, and a creamy tahini yogurt dressing. This nutritious dish is perfect for meal prep or as a crowd-pleasing centerpiece at gatherings. Each colorful bite is packed with essential nutrients, making it a satisfying choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 3 tbsp tahini paste
- Β½ cup plain yogurt (or plant-based alternative)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. Boil 2 cups of water or vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Toss chickpeas in olive oil with paprika or garlic powder, then roast at 400Β°F (200Β°C) for about 20 minutes until golden.
- While quinoa cooks, dice cucumber and halve cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini paste, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust with water if needed for desired consistency.
- Assemble your bowl by layering quinoa as the base followed by spinach, chickpeas, cucumber, and tomatoes.
- Drizzle generously with tahini yogurt dressing and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Customize your bowl with seasonal veggies like bell peppers or roasted sweet potatoes. For added protein options, consider grilled chicken or tofu. Store components separately in airtight containers for up to four days for easy meal prep.