Description
Quinoa Avocado Power Bowl with Edamame and Feta is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines fluffy quinoa, creamy avocado, tender edamame, and tangy feta cheese. Bursting with flavors and colors, this power bowl is perfect for meal prep or impressing guests at any gathering. With its rich textures and fresh ingredients, it’s a delightful way to indulge while nourishing your body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup tri-color quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to boil and cook frozen edamame for 3-5 minutes until bright green. Drain and set aside.
- Dice avocado and halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa, edamame, avocado, tomatoes, feta cheese, cilantro (if using), salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 30mg