A Wholesome Nutritious Quick Meal. High Protein Lunch or Dinner Recipe. Healthy, Balanced & Delicious Bowl
Quinoa Palak Paneer Bowl
Ingredients (1 serving):
- Quinoa – 1/4 cup
- Mixed vegetables 60g
- Paneer – 70g
- Palak (spinach) 100g
- Tomato – 1
- Mustard oil – 1/2 tsp
- Garlic some
- Salt – as per taste
- Seasonings – a pinch of black pepper, chili powder
Instructions
Step 1: Cook Quinoa with Vegetables
Wash 1/4 cup of quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness.
Soak it for minimum 45min to one hour
2. Boil quinoa with 1 Cup water
3. When quinoa is half-cooked, add chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans).
4. Cook until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is soft and fluffy. Set aside.
Step 2: Make Quick Palak Paneer
1. Heat mustard oil in a pan
2. Add chopped garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add paneer cubes and roast for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on the edges.
4. roughly chop tomato and spinach, add to blender to make a puree
5. Add the tomato spinach puree, salt, and seasonings (black pepper, chili powder)
6. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes until everything is combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Bowl
1. Place the cooked quinoa and vegetables in a serving bowl.
2. Top it with the quick palak paneer mixture.
3. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (1 serving):
• Calories: ~350
• Carbs: ~24.5g
• Protein: ~21g
• Fats: ~14g