High-Protein Quinoa Bowls with Roasted Vegetables and Tahini Sauce
High-Protein Quinoa Bowls with Roasted Vegetables and Tahini Sauce - A healthy and satisfying vegetarian meal.
Description:
A vibrant and protein-packed quinoa bowl with roasted vegetables and a creamy tahini sauce. A healthy and satisfying vegetarian meal.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 2 adult servings
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate): 400-500 calories, 20-25g protein, 20-25g fat, 40-50g carbohydrates.
Utensils Required: Baking sheet, mixing bowl.
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa, cooked
1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 red onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Tahini Sauce: 1/4 cup tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons water, 1 clove garlic, minced, salt to taste.
Optional Ingredients: Roasted chickpeas, avocado, kale, roasted sweet potato.
Preparation Instructions:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a mixing bowl, toss bell pepper, broccoli, and red onion with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Spread vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
Prepare tahini sauce: whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, and salt.
Assemble bowls: divide cooked quinoa between two bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and tahini sauce.
