Plant Power Sushi Bowls
Plant Power Sushi Bowls are a colorful and nutritious dish that brings the essence of sushi into a vibrant, easy-to-prepare bowl. Packed with fresh vegetables, protein-rich quinoa, and your choice of lean protein, these bowls offer a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Perfect for a cozy night in or as a show-stopping centerpiece for gatherings, this recipe is customizable to suit your preferences while ensuring you enjoy every delicious bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast (diced)
- 1 medium cucumber (diced)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
- 1 medium carrot (shredded)
- 1/2 cup edamame (shelled)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
- Grill or bake the chicken breast until fully cooked (20-25 minutes), then dice it.
- Prepare the vegetables: dice cucumber, shred carrots, and slice avocado.
- In bowls or containers, layer quinoa at the bottom followed by chicken, cucumber, carrots, avocado, and edamame.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and rice vinegar; drizzle over each bowl.
- Serve immediately or store components separately in airtight containers for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg