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Asian-Inspired Quinoa Bowl with Sesame Dressing

Asian-Inspired Quinoa Bowl with Sesame Dressing

Lunch
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
15min
Servings
1
Calories
450
Chef's Note

This bowl is perfect for meal prep - you can prepare all components the night before and assemble in the morning. For extra protein, add a soft-boiled egg or 3 oz of grilled chicken. The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week, so consider making a larger batch to use throughout the week.

Tags
asian
meal-prep
vegetarian
healthy
quinoa
bowl
make-ahead
quick
Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup quinoa

  • 1 cup water

  • 1/3 cup edamame, shelled

  • 1 medium carrot

  • 1/2 medium cucumber

  • 1/4 medium red bell pepper

  • 1/4 medium avocado

  • 2 stalks green onions

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

  • 1/2 sheet nori sheets, cut into strips

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)

  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions
  • 1

    Rinse 1/2 cup quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.

  • 2

    In a small saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.

  • 3

    While the quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables: julienne 1 medium carrot, thinly slice 1/2 medium cucumber, dice 1/4 medium red bell pepper, slice 1/4 medium avocado, and chop 2 stalks of green onions.

  • 4

    Cook 1/3 cup edamame according to package instructions (typically 3-4 minutes in boiling water), then drain and set aside.

  • 5

    Toast 1 tablespoon sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

  • 6

    Make the sesame dressing by whisking together 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl.

  • 7

    Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and transfer to a serving bowl.

  • 8

    Arrange the prepared vegetables, edamame, and avocado on top of the quinoa.

  • 9

    Drizzle the sesame dressing over the bowl.

  • 10

    Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and nori strips.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
450
Calories
16g
Protein
58g
Carbs
18g
Fat
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