Description
This Vibrant Cabbage Quinoa Nourish Bowl is a feast for your eyes and your taste buds, bursting with color, texture, and wholesome goodness. It’s a wonderfully adaptable dish that’s perfect for a healthy lunch or a light, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water (or coconut milk or broth)
2 cups red cabbage, sliced
1 cup carrot, shredded
1 cup cucumber, sliced
1 cup red pepper, sliced
1/2 cup cashews (or peanuts), roasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup peanut sauce
1/2 cup wasabi peas (optional)
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and your chosen liquid to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow it to sit undisturbed, still covered, for 5 minutes.
2. Let the cooked quinoa cool down to room temperature.
3. Combine the cooled quinoa with the sliced red cabbage, shredded carrot, sliced cucumber, sliced red pepper, chopped cashews, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
4. Add the peanut sauce and toss everything together until well combined.
5. Serve the bowl, optionally topping it with wasabi peas.
Notes
For the best texture, use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer to get the cabbage as thinly shredded as possible.
Cook your quinoa according to package directions, but be careful not to overcook it, as mushy quinoa won’t hold up as well in this bowl.
Always taste your dressing before pouring it over the salad. You might want a little more lime for tang, or a bit more honey for sweetness.
This bowl shines with fresh ingredients, so use the freshest produce you can find.
- Prep Time: Approximately 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Healthy