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Organic Quinoa Veggie Bowl Recipe: A Clean-Eating Powerhouse for Every Season
Looking for a clean, nourishing, and delicious organic meal? This Organic Quinoa Veggie Bowl is a vibrant, plant-based dish packed with seasonal vegetables, protein-rich quinoa, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or packed lunches, this gluten-free, dairy-free recipe showcases fresh, organic ingredients most satisfyingly.
Ingredients (Serves 2):
For the Bowl:
- 1 cup organic quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups filtered water
- 1 tablespoon organic extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup organic cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup organic kale, chopped
- 1 organic carrot, shredded
- ½ organic cucumber, sliced
- ½ avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons organic sunflower seeds
For the Lemon-Tahini Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons organic tahini
- 1 tablespoon organic lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon organic maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon filtered water (to thin)
- Pinch of sea salt and black pepper
Preparation:
- Cook the Quinoa
In a medium pot, combine rinsed quinoa with filtered water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly. - Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, water, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. - Assemble the Bowl
Divide quinoa between two bowls. Top with kale, cherry tomatoes, carrot, cucumber, avocado slices, and sunflower seeds. - Drizzle & Serve
Spoon the lemon-tahini dressing over each bowl. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days (dressing on the side for freshness).
Essential Tip:
Massage your kale! Before adding it to the bowl, rub the chopped kale with a drop of olive oil and a pinch of salt for 30 seconds. This breaks down the fibers, making it more tender and flavorful, perfect for raw bowls.
