Plant-Based Meat Veggie Bowl (Printable version)

Protein-rich bowl with plant-based meat, fresh vegetables, and spicy mayo. Flavorful, easy fusion meal for any occasion.

# What you need:

→ Plant-Based Protein

01 - 14 oz plant-based ground meat (soy, pea, or fava bean based)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Seasoning Blend

03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari

→ Bowl Base & Toppings

11 - 7 oz cooked brown rice or quinoa
12 - 1 large avocado, sliced
13 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
14 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
15 - 3.5 oz red cabbage, shredded
16 - 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Sauce

19 - 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
20 - 1 tablespoon sriracha
21 - 1 teaspoon lime juice

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add plant-based ground meat and cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking apart with a spatula.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, coriander, salt, and pepper. Sauté 2–3 minutes until spices are aromatic.
03 - Pour in soy sauce and cook for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring protein is coated and heated through. Remove from heat.
04 - Whisk vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.
05 - Divide cooked rice or quinoa among 4 bowls. Top each base with prepared plant-based protein.
06 - Arrange sliced avocado, julienned carrot, cucumber, shredded red cabbage, and halved cherry tomatoes around the protein.
07 - Drizzle spicy mayo sauce over each bowl. Finish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
08 - Serve bowls immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Protein-rich vegan meal with global flavors
  • Quick and easy to prepare for busy weeknights
02 -
  • Use tamari for a completely gluten-free option
  • Can customize vegetables and protein types according to dietary needs
03 -
  • Swap rice for cauliflower rice to lower carbs
  • Sprinkle toasted seeds for added crunch
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