Craving a fresh and colorful meal that bursts with flavor? This Rainbow Quinoa Bowl is the perfect choice! It’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration of health and freshness in a bowl. Packed with vibrant vegetables and drizzled with a luscious tahini dressing, this dish will make you feel energized and satisfied. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to incorporate more salads & bowls into your diet without losing any taste.
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a dinner that looks as good as it tastes, this quinoa bowl checks all the boxes. It’s customizable and can easily cater to your dietary preferences. Toss in your favorite veggies, or add some protein like chickpeas or grilled chicken for an extra boost.
Delicious and Nutritious Rainbow Quinoa Bowl Recipe
This Rainbow Quinoa Bowl combines fluffy quinoa with a rainbow of fresh vegetables, including crisp bell peppers, crunchy carrots, and vibrant purple cabbage. The creamy tahini dressing ties it all together, giving the dish a rich, nutty flavor that complements the freshness of the veggies perfectly.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water (more if needed)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Quinoa: In a medium pot, bring water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Prepare the Tahini Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and salt until smooth. Adjust the consistency with extra water if needed.
- Assemble the Bowl: In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, bell peppers, carrot, purple cabbage, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and parsley. Drizzle with tahini dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Serve: Top with avocado slices and season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy your vibrant, nutritious meal!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 bowls
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
