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tropical sunshine buddha bowl

tropical sunshine buddha bowl

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Dress the quinoa separately from the greens first. It absorbs the dressing — the rest sits on top.

Serves
2
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
Calories
350
Carbs
50g
Protein
8g
Fat
15g

Flavor Profile

🥑 Creamy and rich from the avocado
🍍 Sweet and tangy from the pineapple
🥥 Nutty and tropical from the shredded coconut
🍋 Zesty and bright from the lime dressing
🥗 Fresh and crisp from the mixed greens

Ingredients

🍍 1/2 cup pineapple, chopped
🥑 1 avocado, sliced
🥥 2 tbsp shredded coconut
🥗 2 cups mixed greens
🥄 1 cup quinoa, cooked
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🧴 2 tbsp olive oil
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🌱 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds

Instructions

01

Cook quinoa per package instructions and set aside to cool.

02

Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.

03

Combine quinoa, mixed greens, pineapple, avocado, and shredded coconut. Drizzle with dressing, top with pumpkin seeds, and serve.

🧬 Food Science

Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids, making it an excellent source of plant-based protein. Avocados are high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which support brain health and longevity.

Pair It

🥂 Pair with a fresh coconut water or an iced herbal tea.
🍽️ Pair with roasted sweet potatoes or a simple kale and lemon salad.