Ultimate Protein Power Bowl 💪

Packed with over 44g of plant protein per serving, this bowl is hearty yet light, full of vibrant flavors, and perfect for fueling your day.

Ingredients (Serves 3)

Quick Chickpea Braise

• 700g cooked chickpeas, with liquid if using jarred/tinned (otherwise add ~100ml water + extra pinch of salt)

• 200g cherry tomatoes

• ½ red onion, diced

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Method:

1. Sauté onion with a pinch of salt for 4–5 minutes.

2. Add garlic, tomatoes, and smoked paprika; cook another 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.

3. Stir in tomato paste, chickpeas (plus liquid or water), and simmer 5–7 minutes.

4. Season to taste.

Lentil Salad with Tofu Feta

• 200g firm tofu, cut into 1cm cubes

• Tofu feta marinade: 2 tbsp olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, 3 tbsp nutritional yeast, 1 tbsp oregano, ¼ tsp salt, black pepper

• 250g cooked puy lentils

• 1 small cucumber, finely diced

• 2 tbsp red onion, diced

• 1 small red pepper, diced

• 1 mild red chili, diced

• Large handful fresh herbs (dill, parsley, mint)

Balsamic dressing:

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ⅓ tsp salt

• Pinch of black pepper & cayenne

Method:

1. Marinate tofu cubes in the feta mix; refrigerate while preparing the salad.

2. Combine lentils, vegetables, and herbs in a large bowl.

3. Toss everything together with the balsamic dressing.

Yoghurt Tahini Dressing

• 100g unsweetened Greek-style plant yoghurt

• 80ml tahini

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1–2 tsp smoky harissa paste

Method:
Whisk all ingredients together until smooth.

To Serve

• 100g cooked quinoa per person

• Fresh herbs & seeds for garnish