gabi and i were on our own last week as paul was traveling overseas with business meetings in singapore and vietnam. when it's just the two of us for dinner, we make what we girls love to eat, food that is light, simple, fresh but filling. gabi needs light, powerhouse meals to fuel her hours and hours of dancing and i need filling meals to support my new year commitment to eat three meals a day...only. i'm a snacker, nosher, i graze through my day.
power bowl dinners fit our needs perfectly! is it just me or does eating out of bowls seem to be all the rage at the moment? you've got power bowls, buddha bowls, super bowls, etc. we know we love them! i followed specific power bowl recipes but there really aren't any rules, so just get creative and go for it. before going shopping, check what you already have in your fridge and pantry then get yourself a bowl and throw in:
a base of leafy greens or grains - brown or white rice, barley, polenta, couscous, rice noodles
a protein source or two which also includes plant-based proteins - tofu, tempeh, quinoa, beans
lots and lots of vegetables and touches of fruit, think color - fresh, dried, sautéed, baked
and top with a freshly made dressing - endless delicious possibilities!
this was our power bowl week:
yum!
can't go wrong with shrimp and edamame and the sauce is also used as a marinade.
wednesday: salmon salad power bowl
loved the touch of fresh, sweet raspberries.
the sauce was delicious and i've never had crispy garbanzo beans before, loved them!
friday: korean bbq tofu bowls with stir-fried veggies and quinoa brown rice
isn't the purple cabbage gorgeous? this was my favorite bowl of the week!
here's an idea.....power bowls are a great option for party food. beautifully lay out a build-your-own-bowl buffet with a variety of grains, proteins, vegetables and sauces and invite everyone to make their own.
hey, this sunday would be a perfect time for a super bowl.....super bowl party!!
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