Looking to nourish your body while satisfying your taste buds? The following recipes are packed with superfoods known for their ability to support gut health and reduce inflammation. From vibrant bowls filled with fresh vegetables and grains to a deliciously rich chia pudding, these dishes are not only easy to prepare but also provide a powerhouse of nutrients to fuel your day.
Broccoli Mint Bowl
Ingredients
1 pound broccoli florets
1 cup quinoa
1 tablespoon salt
2 ounces dried figs, cut in half lengthwise
1 ounce walnuts
2 scallions, sliced thinly on a bias
1 tablespoon mint, chopped
5 tablespoons champagne vinaigrette
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Preparation
Boil 2 cups of water. Add one cup dried quinoa and let cook for 10 minutes. ● While quinoa is cooking, stir fry chopped broccoli over medium heat using melted coconut oil.
Mix quinoa and broccoli in a bowl with remaining ingredients. Toss well.
Kale Sweet Potato Bowl
Ingredients
1 sweet potato
1 cup kale
1 egg
½ avocado
¼ cup parmesan cheese
2 tbsp cesar dressing
Preparation
Bake sweet potato in the oven at 375 degrees for 40 minutes or cook in the microwave for 8 minutes.
Fry or scramble the egg while the potato is cooking.
Chop kale into small pieces and cut potato in small pieces.
Add all ingredients to a bowl, and top with fresh parmesan, sliced avocado and cesar dressing or olive oil.
Cacao Chia Coconut Bowl
Ingredients
½ cup chia seed
1 cup coconut cream
1 tablespoon cacao powder
1 teaspoon stevia or honey
Dash sea salt
Preparation
Add all ingredients in a large bowl, mix well and let sit in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Optional: top with coconut shreds, berries or nuts.