Asian-Inspired Quinoa & Edamame Power Bowls
15min
15min
6
385
Chef's Note
These power bowls are perfect for meal prep! Prepare all components ahead of time and store separately in the refrigerator. The dressing can be made up to 5 days in advance and kept in an airtight container. For best results, add the avocado and dressing just before serving. For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup in the dressing.
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Ingredients
1.5 cups quinoa
3 cups water
2 cups frozen shelled edamame
1 large red bell pepper
2 medium carrot
1 medium cucumber
4 stalks green onions
1 large avocado
12 oz cooked chicken breast
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon ginger
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 whole lime
Instructions
- 1
Rinse 1.5 cups of quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer until water runs clear.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- 3
While quinoa cooks, prepare the dressing by whisking together 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl.
- 4
Cook 2 cups of frozen edamame according to package instructions (typically 3-5 minutes in boiling water), then drain and set aside.
- 5
Dice 1 large red bell pepper and 1 medium cucumber into small cubes.
- 6
Grate 2 medium carrots using a box grater or food processor.
- 7
Thinly slice 4 green onions.
- 8
Dice 1 large avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
- 9
For meat eaters, slice 12 oz of cooked chicken breast into thin strips.
- 10
Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and divide among 6 serving bowls.
- 11
Arrange the vegetables, edamame, and chicken (for meat eaters) on top of the quinoa.
- 12
Drizzle each bowl with the prepared dressing.
- 13
Garnish with 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds and lime wedges from 1 lime.
- 14
For vegetarian servings, simply omit the chicken and add extra edamame for additional protein.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
385
22g
42g
15g
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