Sesame Kale Glow Bowl

This simple, nourishing and healthy 'glow bowl' is one that we all need to have in our recipe box. Its' been my weekday go-to because it's quick, tasty and perfect for Meatless Mondays or anytime you need extra greens.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 434 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons water
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups water
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons tamari
• ½ red onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes (Optional)
• 3 cups torn kale leaves
• 4 ounces tempeh, crumbled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring 2 cups water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 2

Heat coconut oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; saute red onion until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add kale, broccoli, tempeh, and garlic; saute until kale is wilted, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Whisk sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons water, tamari, lime juice, Dijon mustard, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl; pour over kale mixture and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Spoon quinoa into serving bowls and top with kale mixture.