Description
Indulge in the powerful natural flavors of this Mounjaro Wellness Bowl, a nutrient-packed dish that combines quinoa, sweet potatoes, leafy greens, chickpeas, and creamy avocado, drizzled with a tangy turmeric dressing.
Ingredients
Cooked Quinoa:
1/2 cup
Roasted Sweet Potato (cubed):
1/2 cup
Sautéed Spinach or Kale:
1/2 cup
Chickpeas (rinsed and drained):
1/2 cup
Avocado (sliced):
1/4
Hummus:
2 tablespoons
Extra Virgin Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon
Lemon Juice:
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Ground Turmeric:
1/2 teaspoon
Sea Salt:
1/4 teaspoon
Black Pepper:
1/4 teaspoon
Fresh Parsley or Cilantro (optional):
1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Cook the Quinoa: Prepare quinoa as per package instructions and set aside.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Roast cubed sweet potatoes in the oven at 400°F for 20–25 minutes until tender and golden.
- Sauté Greens: Sauté spinach or kale until wilted.
- Assemble Bowl: Layer quinoa, sweet potatoes, greens, and chickpeas in a bowl. Top with avocado and hummus.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the bowl.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy warm or chilled.
Notes
- This bowl is naturally gluten-free, high in fiber, and packed with plant-based protein and healthy fats.
- For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken, tofu, or a boiled egg.
- This recipe is perfect for meal-prepping quick and satisfying lunches for the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Roasting
- Cuisine: Whole-Food, Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
