Rainbow Vegetable Detox Bowl (Printable)

Vibrant bowl with shrimp, avocado, quinoa and fresh vegetables in balsamic dressing

# What You Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 7 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Grains

04 - 1 cup cooked quinoa

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 cup broccoli florets
06 - 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
07 - 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
08 - 1 medium tomato, diced
09 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced

→ Dressing

10 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
11 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch broccoli and asparagus for 2-3 minutes until tender and bright green. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
04 - Divide cooked quinoa between two serving bowls. Arrange shrimp, blanched broccoli and asparagus, red cabbage, tomato, and avocado on top in distinct colorful sections.
05 - Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over assembled bowls. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutrient-Dense: Packed with antioxidants from a variety of colorful vegetables.
  • Perfectly Balanced: Combines lean protein from shrimp with complex carbohydrates from quinoa and healthy fats from avocado.
  • Quick and Easy: A complete, wholesome meal ready in just 35 minutes.
  • Diet-Friendly: Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
02 -
  • Allergen Safety: This dish contains shellfish and mustard. Always double-check your ingredient labels to ensure they are safe for your dietary needs.
  • Avocado Care: If you are sensitive to latex, be aware that avocado can sometimes cause cross-reactions.
  • Meal Prep: You can blanch the vegetables and cook the quinoa in advance to assemble this bowl in under 10 minutes when you're ready to eat.
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