Electrify Crispy Fresh Quinoa Buddha Bowl.
By Jackie DeKnock GOURMET WELLNESS, Mind Energize
June 8, 2020
This quinoa bowl is a delicious fresh taste of the 'Flavours of the Middle East'.
- Prep: 30 mins
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30 mins
30 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh mint, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon brown rice vinegar (or your favourite)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
½ cup baby spinach, coarsely chopped
½ cup chopped English cucumber
¼ cup crumbled organic Greek Feta cheese (or substitute with tofu-based vegan feta cheese)
2 tablespoons chopped pitted Kalamata olives
Garnish.
Method
Place quinoa in a large bowl; cover with water. Let stand 5 mins 5 Minutes; rinse well, drain.
Bring broth to a boil in a large saucepan; stir in quinoa. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes 15 Minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Uncover; fluff with a fork. Cool to room temperature.
Combine olive oil and next 4 ingredients (through sea salt) in a large bowl. Add cooled quinoa and the remaining ingredients; toss well, garnish with cilantro and serve!
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