Coconut Quinoa Bowl

The Coconut Quinoa Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines fluffy quinoa with creamy coconut milk, fresh vegetables, and a hint of lime for a refreshing American-inspired lunch. Packed with plant-based protein and healthy fats, this bowl is both satisfying and guilt-free.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Coconut milk - 1 cup
• Vegetable broth - 1 cup
• Bell pepper (diced) - 1/2 cup
• Cucumber (diced) - 1/2 cup
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 1/2 cup
• Avocado (sliced) - 1 medium
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro (chopped) - 1/4 cup
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Pumpkin seeds - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water and drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, 1 cup of vegetable broth, and 1 cup of coconut milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
4. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the bell pepper and cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the avocado.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to combine.
6. Divide the quinoa mixture into two serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced avocado and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and sliced green onions.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy Coconut Quinoa Bowl!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from quinoa.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado and coconut milk.

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