Directions
Sub-title: A delicious, healthy, and customizable meal perfect for lunch or dinner!
Description: This easy and budget-friendly veggie bowl recipe is inspired by traditional Thai cooking methods and flavors. It’s packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients while being gluten-free, oil-free, and whole-foods plant-based. Best of all, you can easily adapt the ingredients to your liking and dietary needs!
Ingredients:
* For the base:
* Cooked brown rice or quinoa, prepared according to package instructions
* Shirataki noodles (optional)
* For the sauce:
* 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
* 1/4 cup unsulfured dry roasted peanuts
* 1 tbsp low sodium tamari or soy sauce
* 1 tbsp maple syrup
* 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
* 1/2 tsp red curry paste
* 1/4 tsp white pepper
* 1/4 cup water
* For the vegetables:
* 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (such as corn, green beans, carrots, and peas), thawed and drained
* 1 cup shredded cabbage (about 1 medium head)
* 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (about 1 large portobello cap)
* 1 small bunch scallions (white and green parts), thinly sliced
* 1/2 avocado, cubed
* Optional additional toppings (for serving):
* Sliced cucumbers
* Lime wedges
* Roasted seaweed snacks
* Toasted sesame seeds
Directions:
1. Prepare the sauce: Combine all ingredients for the sauce in a high-speed blender and puree until smooth. Set aside.
2. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four individual bowls. Top each portion of rice with a layer of the mixed vegetables and cabbage.
3. Make the dressing: Pour the sauce over the vegetable mixture in each bowl. You may not need all the sauce, depending on how much moisture the vegetables release. Add more sauce if desired.
4. Garnish and serve: To serve, top each bowl with the optional toppings such as sliced avocado, sliced cucumber, or roasted seaweed snacks. Enjoy immediately!
Note: If using shirataki noodles instead of rice, prepare them according to package instructions and divide among the four bowls before adding the vegetable mixture.
Total Time: 30 minutes + cook time for the grains and any optional toppings.
Servings: 4 generous servings.
Difficulty: Easy.
Nutrition Facts per Serving (without added toppings):
Calories: 370 kcal
Protein: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 43 g
Fiber: 10 g
Net Carbs: 25 g
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 1 mg
Potassium: 460 mg
Waste: Low. Most of the ingredients are used in their entirety, except for the reserved juice from the shiitake mushroom caps which will likely be discarded.
