Tahini Kale Protein Bowl

For this Tahini Kale Protein Bowl, we’re using quinoa, kale, broccoli, crumbled tempeh, hemp seeds and a tahini ginger sauce. All delicious things in one big protein-packed bowl ready to serve in 20 min! 

TAHINI KALE PROTEIN BOWL [VEGAN]

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE BOWL:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil/extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 of a red onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 cups kale, de-stemmed + torn
• 2 cups broccoli florets (about 1 small head)
• 4 ounces of tempeh, chopped/crumbled
• 1/4 cup hemp seeds

Tahini Ginger Sauce:

• 1/2 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos or tamari
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 teaspoon fresh, grated ginger)
• 2 teaspoons turmeric
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 2/3 – 3/4 cup water

PREPARATION

TO MAKE THE BOWL:

1. Combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water in a medium-sized pot.
2. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes or until all water has been absorbed.
3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil on medium-high heat. Add the red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic, kale, broccoli and tempeh.
4. Sauté for about 3 minutes.
5. Once quinoa is finished cooking, scoop it into 2-3 bowls and top with the vegetable mixture.
6. Sprinkle with raw hemp seeds.
7. Generously drizzle tahini sauce on top

For Sauce:

1. Blend all ingredients together in a blender or food processor till smooth. Start with 2/3 cup water and add more as needed (dressing will thicken in the fridge).

http://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/tahini-kale-protein-bowl/