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Rejuvenating Japanese Protein Bowl

Discover a nutritious and energizing Japanese protein bowl perfect for high-protein diets, featuring quinoa, chicken, avocado, edamame, and more.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total): 10 min, 20 min, 30 min
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

Soy, Wheat (in quinoa)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 4 oz sliced grilled chicken breast
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup mixed fresh greens (spinach, kale, arugula)
  • 1/2 cup edamame, shelled and cooked
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Dressing: 2 tbsp low
  • sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and a dash of sriracha

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with the mixed fresh greens. Top the quinoa mixture with sliced grilled chicken breast, edamame, shredded carrots, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, sesame seeds, and cilantro. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sriracha to create the dressing. Drizzle over the protein bowl.

Chef’s Insight

This dish is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients to support your body and mind throughout the day.

Notes

Feel free to customize the bowl with your favorite vegetables or proteins.

Cultural or Historical Background

Japanese cuisine often focuses on balance, with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, clean flavors, and visual appeal.