Protein-Packed Veggie Quinoa Bowl

This wholesome quinoa bowl is a nourishing, sugar-free, oil-free, and spice-free dish, packed with plant-based protein. It's an easy and satisfying meal that highlights the natural flavors of fresh vegetables.

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve. 2. In a small pot, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed. 3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, lentils, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and parsley. 4. Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture and toss gently to combine. 5. Season with salt if desired and serve immediately.

1/2 cup quinoa 1 cup water 1/2 cup cooked lentils 1/2 cup diced cucumber 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt to taste (optional)