Layered Pesto Bowl

Layered Pesto Bowl

Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 35 minutes Serves: 4

These bowls are so easy to make. You can easily change them up by swapping the toppings around so you don't get bored.

Ingredients

Pesto

  • 1.5 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 3/4 cup walnuts
  • 3 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • Juice of 3/4 lemon
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 1.5 cans (225g drained) chickpeas
  • 3 tbsp aquafaba
  • Pinch of salt

Bowl

  • 4 cups cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups roasted Yukon gold potatoes
  • 2 cups steamed mixed vegetables
  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas

Baked Tofu

  • 1 lb extra-firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Chop zucchini and garlic
  2. Combine all ingredients in food processor
  3. Process until smooth, add 1-2 tbsp water if needed
  4. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice
  5. Cook 1.5 cups dry quinoa to yield 4 cups
  6. Roast 1 lb diced potatoes at 425°F for 25-30 minutes
  7. Steam 2 cups vegetables for 5-7 minutes
  8. Use 1.5 cans chickpeas, rinsed
  9. Divide into 4 containers with 1 cup quinoa, 1/2 cup potatoes, 1/2 cup veggies, 1/2 cup chickpeas per container
  10. Press tofu 20 minutes, cube
  11. Toss with soy sauce, garlic powder, paprika, olive oil
  12. Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, flip halfway
  13. Divide into 4 containers, about 1/4 lb per serving

Nutritional Information

Nutrient Value
Calories 3357kcal
Protein 164.4g (19.6%)
Carbs 402.5g (48.0%)
Fat 121.5g (32.6%)
Protein (19.6%)
Carbs (48.0%)
Fat (32.6%)

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