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Healthy Thai Coconut Quinoa Bowls Recipe

Healthy Thai Coconut Quinoa Bowls Recipe
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These Healthy Thai Coconut Quinoa Bowls are a delicious and nutritious meal option packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. The combination of fluffy coconut quinoa, sautéed vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce creates a satisfying dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 cup light coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup snap peas, halved
  • 1/2 cup purple cabbage, shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • lime wedges for serving

For the Peanut Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1–2 tablespoons warm water to thin

Instructions

  1. Cook Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Sauté bell pepper, carrots, snap peas, and cabbage in coconut oil until tender.
  3. Make Peanut Sauce: Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and water.
  4. Assemble Bowls: Divide coconut quinoa among bowls, top with sautéed veggies, drizzle with peanut sauce, and garnish with cilantro, green onions, peanuts, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Add tofu, shrimp, or grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Store leftover components separately for best freshness if meal prepping.

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