Vegan Summer Peach and Quinoa Bowl Recipe

This Vegan Summer Peach and Quinoa Bowl is a refreshing and nutritious dish perfect for warm weather. Combining sweet peaches, protein-packed quinoa, and vibrant vegetables, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

This recipe is straightforward and highlights seasonal ingredients, making it an excellent choice for a healthy vegan meal.

Refreshing Vegan Peach and Quinoa Bowl

A colorful vegan bowl with quinoa, peaches, cucumber, and herbs, garnished with dressing, on a sunny table.

This bowl features fluffy quinoa topped with juicy peaches, crisp cucumbers, and fresh herbs, drizzled with a light vinaigrette. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 ripe peaches, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the quinoa cooks, slice the peaches, dice the cucumber, and chop the herbs.
  3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Assemble the Bowl: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, peaches, cucumber, red onion, and herbs. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve: Divide the quinoa mixture into bowls and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for later.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 4 bowls
  • Calories: 220kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g