How do I keep the quinoa from turning mushy?

Rinse the quinoa well, then cook 1 cup with just under two parts water until the grains turn translucent, and fluff with a fork. Letting it rest off the heat before tossing with the olive oil dressing keeps every grain separate.

Can I make this quinoa bowl ahead of time?

Yes, the quinoa, chickpeas and chopped vegetables keep well for a day in the fridge. Add the sliced avocado and the Anveshan olive oil and honey dressing just before serving so nothing goes soggy.

Why use olive oil in the dressing?

Cold-pressed Anveshan olive oil gives the dressing a smooth, gently peppery body that lets the lemon and honey shine, while keeping the bowl heart-friendly.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This quinoa veg bowl serves 4 and needs about 15 minutes of prep plus 20 minutes of cooking.

Quinoa Veg Bowl

Name: Quinoa Veg Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup Quinoa, rinsed; 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Raw Honey; 1 cup Boiled chickpeas; 1 cup Cucumber and cherry tomatoes; 1 Avocado, sliced; 2 tbsp Lemon juice

A quinoa veg bowl is a wholesome one-bowl meal of fluffy cooked quinoa layered with chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and avocado, all tossed in a zesty dressing. This version whisks the dressing with cold-pressed Anveshan olive oil for a smooth, peppery finish and a spoon of raw honey to balance the lemon's tang. High in plant protein and fibre, it comes together in about 35 minutes and serves four as a light lunch or dinner.

Time breakdown

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time20 min

Total Time35 min

Ingredients

Quinoa, rinsed
💡 You can also use Groundnut Oil / Mustard Oil / Sunflower Oil / Coconut Oil / Black Sesame Oil as per your preference.
Boiled chickpeas
Cucumber and cherry tomatoes
Avocado, sliced
Lemon juice

How to Make Quinoa Veg Bowl

1
Cook the quinoa in 2 cups water until fluffy, then cool.
2
Whisk Anveshan olive oil, Anveshan honey, lemon juice, salt and pepper into a dressing.
3
Combine quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber and tomatoes in a bowl.

Tips for the Best Quinoa Veg Bowl

✓Toast the rinsed quinoa in a dry pan for a minute before boiling for a nuttier flavour.
✓Whisk the Anveshan honey into the lemon juice first so it dissolves before adding the Anveshan olive oil.

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