An easy-to-make dish that’s herby, zesty, vibrant, tasty, and packed with brain-healthy nutrients!
Broccoli is high in antioxidants like Vitamin C, and flavonoids that protect the brain from oxidative stress.
The peas, edamame, green beans, asparagus, and almonds are vitamin-rich.
You’ll get brain-healthy protein from the quinoa, and brain-healthy monounsaturated fats from the avocado.
Enjoy!
Ingredients
For the quinoa:
- ¼ cup (about 60 milliliters) water
- 1lb broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup (about 150 grams) green peas or edamame (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup (about 150 grams) fresh green beans or asparagus, chopped
- 1½ cups (about 170 grams) cooked quinoa
- ⅓ cup (about 10 grams) chopped mixed fresh herbs (mint, dill, and flat-leaf parsley work well)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced or chopped
- ¼ cup (about 25 grams) toasted slivered almonds
For the quinoa:
- 5 tablespoons almond butter
- ¼ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Juice of 1–2 large oranges, or ½ cup (about 120 milliliters) orange juice
- Pinch of salt to taste
- Freshly-ground black pepper
How to make our Herby Quinoa Bowl recipe
Place a pan over medium-high heat and add a splash or about ¼ cup (about 60 milliliters) water and then add the broccoli, green beans (or asparagus), and peas (or edamame).
Cover with a lid and steam for about 5 minutes until just tender. Remove the lid and let the water evaporate.
For the dressing, whisk together almond butter, ground ginger, pepper flakes, and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth. Season to taste.
Combine the quinoa, vegetables, and the herbs in a bowl and toss with half of the dressing.
Divide equally among three bowls and sprinkle with almonds, and drizzle with more dressing.
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