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edamame energy bowl in white bowl with handles

Edamame Energy Bowl with Peanut Sauce

A nutrient packed bowl with a peanut sauce, rice, quinoa, vegetables, and edamame - perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 12-oz. bag shelled edamame frozen
  • 1 head broccoli cut into small florets
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 large carrots grated (about 1 cup)
  • 1 15-oz. can black beans rinsed

Peanut Sauce

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger grated
  • 4 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 4 Tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 2 Tablespoons honey
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Instructions
 

  • QUINOA: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  • SAUCE: Combine all ingredients (peanut butter, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, coconut aminos, honey, and cayenne pepper) and whisk together in a small bowl.
  • VEGGIES: Microwave edamame according to bag directions.
  • Place broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 2-3 Tbsp water. Microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes to steam the broccoli.
  • ASSEMBLE: In a large bowl combine edamame, broccoli, red bell pepper, carrots, black beans, and quinoa. Mix.
  • If serving immediately, add peanut sauce and serve. If preparing to eat later, wait to add the peanut sauce until ready to serve.