Herbed Quinoa Bowl

This Herbed Quinoa Bowl is a nourishing and flavorful start to your day, combining protein-rich quinoa with fresh herbs and vegetables. It's a delightful Paleo breakfast option that keeps you energized and satisfied.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Fresh basil - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.
3. While the quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sautéed garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and diced avocado.
5. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
6. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and essential amino acids from quinoa.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh herbs and vegetables.

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