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Vegan Korean-Inspired Quinoa Bowl

A quick and easy vegan bowl featuring quinoa, edamame (double check source) and a variety of vegetables with a soy-free Korean-style dressing. A healthy and satisfying lunch option.

35m4 servings
Contains soyContains sesame
420 cal|15g protein|55g carbs|15g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Cooked Quinoa
  • 1 cup Edamame (shelled and cooked)
  • 1 cup Carrots (shredded)
  • 1 cup Cucumber (diced)
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage (shredded)
  • 2 cups Spinach
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean Chili Flakes)
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tablespoons of avocado oil, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon of gochugaru until well combined. This is your dressing.
  2. 2In a large bowl, combine the 4 cups of cooked quinoa, 1 cup of shelled and cooked edamame, 1 cup of shredded carrots, 1 cup of diced cucumber, 1 cup of shredded red cabbage, and 2 cups of spinach.
  3. 3Pour the prepared dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
  4. 4Toss everything together gently but thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. 5Garnish the bowl with 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds just before serving.

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