Power bowls are the perfect weeknight dinner solution. Let everyone pile on their favorites for a delicious and nutritious meal. This recipe uses a simple tahini sauce that pairs well with the veggies.
Play around with different vegetables and grains. Add chicken to make it a complete meal.
Zucchini Power Bowl With Tahini Vinaigrette
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini, cubes
- ½ cucumber, cubed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- ½ cup roasted red peppers
- ½ cup Kalamata olives (black or green olives are fine)
- ½ cup feta cheese
For the vinaigrette
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar (white wine or rice vinegar)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- Chopped parsley and avocado for garnish
Directions
- In a small bowl, blend dressing ingredients to create an emulsified vinaigrette. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, add the first set of ingredients and mix to combine. Drizzle with tahini vinaigrette.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and avocado.
Source: Avera McKennan Food Services
