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Protein Rich Buddha Bowls! (Vegan & GF)

4/17/2020 1 Comment
 
These Buddha Bowls come together easily, are simple, nutritious and beautiful. A creamy avocado, energy boosting green dressing, "meaty lentils" and fluffy quinoa. Delicious! The nutrition profile is quite impressive. With iron, protein, zinc, magnesium, potassium, fiber, vitamins like B6, copper and more all from the lentils. The dressing itself has anti-inflammatory properties and immune boosting qualities. The quinoa adds more protein, all of our amino acid needs, has flavanoids, high in fiber, also has iron, magnesium, zinc and antioxidants. This nutrient rich meal will leave your body smiling. Enjoy! 
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Protein Rich Buddha Bowls - Gluten-Free & Vegan

Yield: 2
Author: Christa Clark
These Buddha Bowls are rich in protein, easy to put together and taste amazing. I love the creaminess of the avocado paired with the fluffy quinoa and "meaty" lentils. It is further adorned with an immunity boosting Green Dressing that will leave your plate bright, fresh and full of flavor. Get the recipe!

Ingredients:

Lentils
  • 1 Cup Lentils - Soaked & Drained for added nutrition
  • 1 Small or 1/2 Onion - Diced
  • 2 Cloves Garlic - Minced
  • 1 Can Tomatoes (Chunks or Whole) (or 1 1/2 cups fresh)
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt, to taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Dry Oregano
  • Opt: 2 tsp Chili Powder 
  • Opt: Hot sauce as desired
  • Enough water to cover the ingredients
Quinoa
  • 1 Cup Quinoa
  • 1 3/4 Cup Water
  • Pinch of Salt
Serve with:
  • 1 Avocado
  • 2 Tbsp Freshly Minced Cilantro
  • Energy Boosting Green Dressing:
  • https://www.artisticvegan.com/blog/energy-boosting-green-dressing

Instructions:

How to cook Protein Rich Buddha Bowls - Gluten-Free & Vegan

Peaceful Preparation - Lentils
  1. Combine the ingredients for the lentils in a big pot or your instant pot. 
  2. If using the instant pot, cook on the high pressure setting for 10-12 minutes, I went for 12. Release the steam vent, taste, adjust as needed and serve.
  3. If using a stove top, cook and add more water as needed until the lentils are soft, first bring to a boil, reduce and simmer cooking until done. About 30 minutes or as needed.
Peaceful Preparation - Quinoa
  1. Rinse the quinoa. 
  2. Drizzle a little oil in a pan, add the rinsed quinoa. Toast for a minute or two.
  3. Add the water. Cover.
  4. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce immediately to the lowest temperature and set your timer for 18 to 20 minutes. 
  6. Once done, turn off the heat, leave the lid on and use right away or fluff in 10 minutes. Enjoy!
Rich Protein Buddha Bowls
  1. Add the lentils, quinoa and 1/2 of an sliced avocado to your bowl. Drizzle the green dressing on or serve on the side, garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!

Notes:

Add steamed vegetables, seitan or other sides as desired. We did have leftover quinoa, lentils and dressing. Could serve 4, more quinoa and avocado could be added for more servings.
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Sources
​https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/lentils#nutrition
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https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-benefits-of-quinoa#section12
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2/8/2022 06:15:42 am

Thank You for Sharing this informative article! Very well-written

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