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Quinoa Summer Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 350
A fresh and vibrant quinoa bowl packed with colorful vegetables and herbs, perfect for a light summer meal.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • 2 cups water or vegetable stock

Fresh Produce

  • 1/2 avocado avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cucumber cucumber, chopped
  • 10–12 cherry tomatoes cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion red onion, finely sliced
  • 1/2 cup cooked sweetcorn

Greens & Herbs

  • A handful rocket or spinach
  • Fresh leaves fresh mint leaves

Dressing & Seasonings

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • Salt & pepper to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Rinse quinoa and boil with water or stock for 15 minutes until fluffy. Let cool.
  • Chop and prepare all fresh vegetables and herbs.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  • Layer quinoa, vegetables, and greens in bowls. Drizzle with dressing.
  • Garnish with mint leaves and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite herbs or extra veggies for variation.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: international
Keyword: Quinoa