Ingredients
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For the Quinoa:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Grilled Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
- 8–10 asparagus spears, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sriracha Tahini Dressing:
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (for sweetness)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ cup warm water (or more to adjust consistency)
- ¼ tsp salt
Toppings:
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (black or white)
- Optional: Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Quinoa
- In a medium pot, combine the quinoa, vegetable broth (or water), and salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables for Grilling
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Toss the zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and asparagus with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the vegetables for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Sriracha Tahini Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, sriracha, maple syrup (or honey), minced garlic, and salt.
- Gradually add the warm water, whisking until the dressing is smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed.
- Taste and adjust the level of spice by adding more sriracha if desired.
Step 4: Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the cooked quinoa between serving bowls as the base.
- Arrange the grilled vegetables on top of the quinoa.
- Drizzle the sriracha tahini dressing generously over the vegetables.
Step 5: Add Toppings
- Top each bowl with sliced avocado.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds for added crunch.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sodium: 320mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 12g