Gluten Free High Protein Quinoa Bowl
This Gluten Free High Protein Quinoa Bowl is a nourishing and satisfying blend of fluffy quinoa, roasted vegetables, and plant-based protein, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. It’s an energizing, easy meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Equipment
- saucepan
- baking sheet
- mixing bowl
- knife
Ingredients
Base
- 1 cup quinoa uncooked, rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
Protein & Veggies
- 1 cup canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 cup roasted sweet potato cubes
- 1/2 cup cooked edamame or green peas
- 1 cup baby spinach or kale chopped
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
Zesty Lemon Dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic grated
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- hemp seeds
- pumpkin seeds
- crumbled feta or dairy-free alternative
Instructions
- Bring water or broth to a boil. Stir in rinsed quinoa, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff and let cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes in olive oil, season with salt and smoked paprika, and roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust to taste.
- Divide quinoa between two bowls. Layer on chickpeas, roasted sweet potatoes, greens, edamame, red onion, and avocado.
- Drizzle with lemon dressing and sprinkle with hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, or crumbled feta. Serve warm or cold.
Notes
Use veggie broth for more flavor. Cool quinoa before adding greens to avoid wilting. This bowl stores well, just add fresh avocado before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 940mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 7500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 5.5mg
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