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Fresh Rainbow Power Bowl Recipe with Quinoa and Tahini Lemon Dressing

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A vibrant and healthy power bowl featuring fluffy quinoa, fresh rainbow veggies, and a creamy tahini lemon dressing. Perfect for quick meals, meal prep, and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 large carrot, julienned or shredded
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 2–3 tablespoons warm water
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
  • Optional toppings: toasted pumpkin seeds or sliced almonds, feta cheese or vegan cheese crumbles, red chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh sieve to remove bitterness.
  2. Transfer quinoa to a medium saucepan with 2 cups water or vegetable broth and a pinch of salt.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
  4. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and transfer to a large mixing bowl to cool slightly.
  5. Wash and chop the veggies: julienne or shred carrot, thinly slice red bell pepper, halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, shred red cabbage, and slice avocado just before serving.
  6. Chop fresh parsley or cilantro.
  7. In a small bowl or mason jar, combine tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic (optional), maple syrup or honey, salt, and pepper.
  8. Whisk or shake well, adding warm water gradually until dressing is smooth and pourable. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  9. Add prepared vegetables to the quinoa in the mixing bowl.
  10. Pour about half the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
  11. Optionally, drizzle remaining dressing on top when serving.
  12. Sprinkle optional toppings like toasted pumpkin seeds, almonds, feta, or red chili flakes.
  13. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Add avocado fresh before serving.

Notes

Rinse quinoa well to remove bitterness. Add avocado last to prevent browning. Adjust dressing thickness with warm water. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 2 days, keep dressing and avocado separate. Use seasonal veggies or add protein like grilled chicken or tofu for variations.

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Keywords: rainbow power bowl, quinoa bowl, tahini lemon dressing, healthy meal, vegetarian, gluten-free, meal prep, fresh veggies

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