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Tahini Quinoa Bowl with Lime
Nutritious quinoa bowl with lime, tahini, and fresh vegetables

Tahini Quinoa Bowl with Lime

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Salads
The essence of a Buddha bowl is abundance and balance: different colors, flavors, and textures meet on the plate so every bite offers a new experience. Quinoa's neutral, nutty flavor provides a great base, made exciting by creamy sesame-based tahini and refreshing lime. The goal is to have crunchy, creamy, and soft textures present simultaneously.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 580 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International, Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Fine mesh sieve (for washing quinoa)
  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Whisk (for emulsifying dressing)
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Small bowl for dressing

Allergen Information

⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Place quinoa in a fine mesh sieve and wash thoroughly under hot running water for at least 1 minute until the water no longer foams.

Tip: Hot water effectively dissolves the bitter coating (saponin), resulting in a much milder flavor.
2 ✓

Place quinoa in a saucepan with the water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed and little 'tails' appear around the grains.

Tip: It's done when the center of the grain is translucent rather than white (starch gelatinization).
3 ✓

Remove from heat, place a clean kitchen towel under the lid, and let rest for 5-10 minutes.

Tip: The towel absorbs excess steam, ensuring the quinoa is fluffy, not watery.
4 ✓

Make the dressing: in a small bowl, whisk the tahini with the juice of half the lime, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Add lukewarm water a tablespoon at a time until you get a thick cream consistency.

Tip: Citric acid initially thickens the tahini, but adding water and whisking (mechanical energy) creates a creamy emulsion.
5 ✓

Halve the cherry tomatoes. Halve the avocado, remove the pit, slice the flesh, and immediately drizzle with the remaining lime juice.

Tip: Lime juice creates an acidic environment that prevents the avocado from browning due to oxidation.
6 ✓

Assemble the bowl: pile arugula at the bottom, top with warm quinoa, tomatoes, and avocado. Drizzle generously with tahini dressing and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Tip: Heat releases the essential oils in toasted seeds, intensifying their flavor.

Recipe FAQ

Why wash quinoa?
Quinoa seeds have a natural protective coating that can be bitter. Washing with hot water removes this easily.
What if the dressing seizes?
Don't panic; this is natural. Add a little more water and keep whisking vigorously until it becomes smooth and creamy again.
How do I get fluffy quinoa?
The secret is resting: after cooking, let it steam under the lid so the grains absorb remaining moisture and don't stick together.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup Quinoa (dry)
  • 1 whole Avocado (ripe, soft)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 2 oz Arugula (washed)
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds (toasted)
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Tahini Paste
  • 1 whole Lime
  • 1 1/4 cups Water (for cooking)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 pinch Ground Black Pepper