Plant-Based Meat Veggie Bowl (Print)
A colorful vegan bowl with seasoned plant protein, fresh vegetables, and spicy mayo sauce for a satisfying meal.
# Ingredients:
→ 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 (adjust to taste)
21 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add plant-based ground meat and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, breaking apart with a spatula.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until spices are fragrant.
03 - Stir in soy sauce and continue cooking for 2 minutes, ensuring protein is evenly coated and heated through. Remove from heat.
04 - Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.
05 - Divide cooked brown rice or quinoa evenly into 4 bowls. Top each with seasoned plant-based meat.
06 - Arrange avocado slices, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, shredded red cabbage, and cherry tomato halves around the protein.
07 - Drizzle spicy mayo sauce over each bowl. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Packed with plant-based protein
- Customizable with seasonal vegetables
02 -
- This bowl remains vegan and dairy-free with the suggested ingredients.
- For gluten-free be sure to use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
03 -
- Sprinkle toasted seeds or nuts for extra crunch.
- Reduce sriracha for a milder sauce if needed.