Herbed Quinoa and Lentil Bowl | Spinach | Avocado |Tomato | Broccoli Recipe
I love a good quinoa bowl for lunch. It is so satisfying and easy to make. You can add grill tofu steaks, leftover grilled chicken or hard boiled egg. I’m using Cider Flax Vinaigrette, but you can dress it with simply lemon and olive oil as well.
Ingredients
- For the Base
- 1 cup uncooked dry quinoa
- 1 cup uncooked lentils (dried lentils)
- For the Bowl
- 1 cup fresh herbs, leaves only, parsley, cilantro,
- mint, dill
- 1-2 green onion, sliced into thin rounds
- Large handful of baby spinach
- 1 stalk of broccoli, florets chopped very small
- Handful of cherry tomatoes
- About 10 roasted or raw almonds
- 1 avocado
Instructions
- 1
To cook the quinoa: Place the quinoa in a pot with ¾ cups water, bring to a boil, turn the heat to low, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- 2
To cook the lentils: Bring a pot of water to boil, add the lentils and cook for 15 minutes or until tender but al dente, drain and rinse. See #3
- 3
Cook the green beans, in the last 3 minutes of the lentils cooking, add the green bean pieces, they will cook very fast, drain the green beans and the lentils at the same time.
- 4
While the quinoa, lentils and beans are warm, empty into a mixing bowl and add the spinach, toss. This will soften the spinach a little. Let it all cool.
- 5
Add all the rest of the ingredients to the bowl toss.
- 6
Mix the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl and toss with the quinoa salad.
- 7
Distribute over 3-4 containers, cut the eggs in half, place on the salad and close the containers. Makes 3 bowls plus enough cooked quinoa and lentils for a second time
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Most sides keep well for 3-4 days. Dress salads just before serving to keep them crisp.
- Make Ahead Tip
- Many sides can be prepped in advance. Chop vegetables and make dressings ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
- Serving Tip
- This pairs well with a variety of main dishes. Try it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or a hearty soup for a complete meal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Herbed Quinoa and Lentil Bowl | Spinach | Avocado |Tomato | Broccoli?
This Herbed Quinoa and Lentil Bowl | Spinach | Avocado |Tomato | Broccoli recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 12 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
What goes well with this herbed quinoa and lentil bowl | spinach | avocado |tomato | broccoli?
This recipe pairs well with a variety of dishes. Try it as part of a complete meal with complementary sides, salads, or proteins.