Sunrise Citrus Quinoa Energy Bowl

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

• 1. 1 cup uncooked quinoa (preferably red or tri
• color) 2. 1 ½ cups water 3. 1 medium orange 4. 1 medium grapefruit 5. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 6. ¼ cup cucumber, diced 7. ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped 8. 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 9. 1 tablespoon extra
• virgin olive oil 10. Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked through and fluffy. Set aside to cool slightly.
2. While the quinoa cooks, peel and segment the orange and grapefruit. Remove any seeds and set the segments aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with the orange and grapefruit segments, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and parsley. Gently toss to mix.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently once more.

Chef’s Insight

To enhance the citrus flavors, consider adding a splash of orange or grapefruit juice to the quinoa while it cooks.

Notes

For a vegan option, replace the olive oil with a splash of freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice.