Description
A hearty and colorful beef quinoa power bowl made with seasoned beef, fluffy quinoa, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado. This balanced meal is packed with protein, texture, and fresh flavor, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef or sliced beef
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups spinach or mixed greens
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions using water or broth until fluffy.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the beef, garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Arrange spinach or mixed greens in serving bowls.
- Add cooked quinoa and the seasoned beef.
- Top with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado slices.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Finish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Roasted sweet potatoes make a delicious addition to the bowl.
- Top with feta cheese or hummus for extra flavor and creaminess.
- Use brown rice, couscous, or farro instead of quinoa if preferred.
- Add chili flakes or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Store ingredients separately for best meal prep freshness.
- Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
