Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Bowl
This Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Bowl is the kind of meal that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together. Spoiler: the “chicken” is tofu wearing a high-protein disguise. It’s crispy, flavorful, and smothered in zesty lime dressing that’ll wake up your taste buds faster than caffeine. The avocado brings creamy goddess energy, while the quinoa adds the perfect earthy bite. It’s bright, balanced, and satisfying—without any guilt or drama. Basically, it’s your new favorite way to meal prep and still feel like you belong in a wellness magazine.
Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Bowl
A vegan chicken quinoa bowl with crispy tofu, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing that’s nutritious, satisfying, and full of clean, bold flavor.
Ingredients
For the Bowl:
- 200 g extra-firm tofu pressed and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ avocado sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup cucumber diced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
For the Lime Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Press tofu for 10 minutes to remove excess water.
- Toss tofu cubes in olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook tofu until crispy, about 8 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble quinoa, tofu, avocado, cucumber, and tomatoes in a large bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over and toss gently to coat everything.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a finishing touch.
- Serve immediately—because cold tofu is just sad.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 390
- Total Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 21 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Iron: 14%
- Calcium: 11%
- Magnesium: 9%
- Vitamin A: 10%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Swap tofu for tempeh if you want extra chewiness.
- Add roasted corn for a smoky touch.
- Top with chili flakes if you’re feeling spicy.
- Meal prep for up to 3 days in airtight containers.
- Drizzle extra lime juice before serving—it keeps things fresh and fabulous.
