Heart-Healthy Healthy Protein Power Bowl

Fuel your day with the vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Protein Power Bowl—a deliciously wholesome recipe that's perfect for a balanced lifestyle. Packed with plant-based protein from quinoa and chickpeas, this bowl is enriched with fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients like baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell pepper. A zesty lemon-olive oil dressing ties together the bright flavors, while slivered almonds add a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy power bowl is rich in antioxidants, heart-healthy fats, and fiber, making it a perfect choice for a nourishing lunch or dinner. Serve it fresh or chilled, and enjoy a burst of vibrant flavors that's as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup chickpeas, canned, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium avocado, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon slivered almonds
• 1 medium lemon, juiced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the washed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.

Step 4

Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, and chopped red bell pepper.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine well.

Step 8

Gently fold in the diced avocado and slivered almonds.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the bowl.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1530.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1704.0

Total Fat 83.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2861.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 58.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 362.6mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 2434.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.3%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 44.4%