Quinoa & Edamame Power Bowl
This craveable power bowl is crunchy, creamy, colorful, and fresh, topped with herbs and a savory-sweet sesame drizzle.
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup (185 g) cooked quinoa (about 1/3 cup dry)
- 1 ½ cups (255 g) shelled edamame
- 1 cup (70 g) shredded red cabbage
- 1 small (50 g) carrot, shredded or julienned
- 1 small (100 g) cucumber, sliced into half moons
- ½ small (50 g) avocado, sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- fresh cilantro or parsley to taste
- pinch of sesame seeds (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1 tsp (5 mL) toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp (5 mL) maple syrup (optional)
- ½ tsp (3 g) grated fresh ginger
- 1 small (5 g) garlic clove, minced
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork.
- Cook edamame by boiling or steaming for 3-5 minutes until tender. Drain.
- Mix dressing in a small jar or bowl.
- Assemble bowls: Divide quinoa between two bowls. Top with edamame, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, avocado, and green onions.
- Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Nutrition Information: Recipe yields: 2 servings, Per serving: Calories: 381, Protein: 21g, Fiber: 13g, Carbohydrates: 43g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sugar: 10g, Cholesterol: 0mg
**Please note: These nutrition facts are provided as an estimate and may vary depending on your ingredients. Check product labels or use an online calculator for additional accuracy.