Vegan Chipotle High Protein Bowl
Fuel your day with this bold and vibrant Vegan Chipotle High Protein Bowl, packed with wholesome ingredients and a smoky kick of chipotle flavor that’ll invigorate your taste buds. This nutrient-rich recipe features fluffy quinoa, hearty black beans, creamy avocado, and a colorful mix of fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and sweet corn, all tossed in a zesty lime and chipotle dressing. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weekday lunch, this protein-packed vegan dish is easy to make in just 35 minutes and can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature. Whether you're looking for a satisfying meat-free meal or a gluten-free option, this bowl is a flavor-filled powerhouse that doesn't compromise on health or taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 15 oz can, drained and rinsed black beans
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 large, diced avocado
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 0.5 small, finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon, minced chipotle in adobo sauce
- 1 large, juiced lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup, fresh, chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
Remove the quinoa from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, avocado, baby spinach, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the minced chipotle, lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Add the cooked quinoa to the vegetable mixture. Pour the chipotle dressing over the top and toss gently until everything is well coated and evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days. This bowl is delicious either cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.1 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2961 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.0 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.8 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2200 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
