Thai Lentil Quinoa Bowl Recipes

RED LENTIL QUINOA BOWL

Red Lentil Quinoa Bowl image

A classic veggie and grain bowl that's perfect for a wholesome dinner or healthy meal prep idea.

Provided by Deryn Macey

Categories Main Dish

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 large carrots, chopped
4 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash (or 1 medium squash, the amount doesn't have to be exact)
2 tsp olive oil
salt and pepper
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed (approx. 2 cups cooked)
1 cup uncooked red lentils, rinsed (approx. 2 cups cooked)
4 cups chopped broccoli
5 tbsp tahini (75 g)
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tbsp maple syrup, optional
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
pinch of pepper
water to adjust consistency

Steps:

Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Add the peeled and cubed butternut squash and chopped carrot to a roasting tray. Add 2 tsp olive oil and a generous sprinkling of sea salt and pepper and use your hands to mix so everything is coated. Roast for 35-45 minutes until tender.
Rinse the quinoa well under cold water. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup uncooked quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and lightly simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, let stand for 5 minutes with the lid on. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork.
Rinse the red lentils. Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup lentils, cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender.
To make the broccoli, steam on the stovetop for 4-5 minutes until bright and tender-crisp.
Make Tahini Sauce: To make the tahini sauce, mix everything but the water together until fully combined. Slowly add water 1-2 tbsp at a time until you have a smooth, creamy consistency. It should be thick but pourable.
To assemble, divide everything between 4 containers or bowls and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl, Calories 524 calories, Fat 12 g, Carbohydrate 88 g, Fiber 18 g, Protein 23 g

PAD THAI QUINOA BOWL

Pad Thai Quinoa Bowl image

This recipe uses quinoa which is gluten-free, high in protein and fiber, and has a nice nutty flavor. But you can always substitute for either rice or noodles. Take out the chicken and add extra edamame and you have a great vegetarian meal instead. Or add shrimp if you like. A seriously good, versatile recipe!

Provided by Lisa

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon coconut oil, divided
1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
¾ cup shredded cabbage
½ cup edamame
¼ cup diced broccoli stems
2 carrots, cut into matchsticks
2 green onions, chopped
3 eggs
1 teaspoon sesame oil
¼ cup natural peanut butter
¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ cup salted peanuts, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Bring chicken broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons coconut oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; stir until cooked through; about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from wok. Heat remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons coconut oil. Add cabbage, edamame, broccoli, carrot, and green onions and saute until vegetables soften slightly, 2 to 3 minutes.
Whisk eggs with sesame oil in a small bowl. Push vegetables to the sides of the wok to make a well in the center; pour eggs in and stir to scramble, about 3 minutes.
Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil together in a small bowl. Pour Thai peanut sauce over vegetable and egg mixture in the wok.
Return chicken to the wok and add quinoa; mix well to combine. Stir in chopped peanuts and cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 648.4 mg, Sugar 3 g

THAI QUINOA BOWLS WITH PORK

Thai Quinoa Bowls with Pork image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pork tenderloin (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce, plus more for serving
3/4 cup quinoa
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup crunchy peanut butter
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon grated lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 large carrot, shaved into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
2 cups bean sprouts
1 cup fresh cilantro

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Cut the pork tenderloin in half crosswise, then in half lengthwise. Rub with 1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce, and set aside to marinate at least 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook the quinoa as the label directs.
Season the pork generously with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook, turning, until browned all over, about 5 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast until a thermometer inserted into the pork registers 140 degrees F to 145 degrees F, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board to rest.
Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce, the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime zest and juice, ¼ teaspoon salt, a few grinds of pepper and 1/4 cup water in a medium bowl.
Divide the quinoa among bowls; top with the edamame, carrot ribbons and bean sprouts. Thinly slice the pork and add to the bowls. Drizzle with the peanut sauce and top with the cilantro.
Photography by Ryan Dausch

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 22 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 79 milligrams, Sodium 862 milligrams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 9 grams