Recipe Corner: Grilled Vegetable Beach Bowl - A Wholesome Delight for Body and Soul

Picture yourself lounging on a beach, a gentle breeze rustling through palm trees, the sound of waves in the distance. Transport your senses to a tropical paradise with our Grilled Vegetable Beach Bowl – a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that brings the essence of the coast to your plate.

Recipe Type: Lunch/Dinner	Dietary Info: Vegan, Gluten Free
Total Time: 30 minutes	Serving Size: 4
​Directions: 1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. 2. In a bowl, toss the red bell pepper and zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper. 3. Grill the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are charred and tender. Remove from the grill and set aside. 4. In a large bowl, massage the kale leaves with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt until they become tender. 5. Arrange the cooked quinoa, grilled vegetables, avocado, and massaged kale in serving bowls. 6. For the sundried tomato dressing, blend the soaked sundried tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. 7. Drizzle the dressing over the bowl and garnish with alfalfa sprouts. 8. Dive into this nourishing bowl, savoring the flavors that transport you to a beachside haven.	Ingredients: - 1 cup quinoa, cooked - 1 red bell pepper, sliced - 1 zucchini, sliced - 2 cups kale, stems removed and torn into bite-sized pieces -1 sliced avocado - 1 tablespoon olive oil - Salt and pepper, to taste - Alfalfa sprouts, for garnish For the Sundried Tomato Dressing: - 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, soaked in warm water for 15 minutes - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 tablespoon lemon juice - 1 clove garlic - Salt and pepper, to taste

The Essence of the Beach Bowl:

This Grilled Vegetable Beach Bowl is not just a meal – it's an experience. The juicy red bell peppers and zucchini slices, kissed by the grill's heat, bring a burst of summer flavors to every bite. The quinoa, a protein-packed grain, provides sustained energy and a wholesome foundation for your beach-inspired feast.

The kale adds a vibrant touch of green goodness, its bitterness balanced by a gentle massage that makes it tender and delightful. And let's not forget the alfalfa sprouts, the embodiment of fresh vitality.

But it's the star of the show – the Sundried Tomato Dressing – that truly elevates this dish. Bursting with the tanginess of sun-drenched tomatoes, blended with the richness of olive oil, and uplifted by the zing of lemon and garlic, this dressing captures the essence of a coastal adventure in each spoonful.

As you savor the Grilled Vegetable Beach Bowl, close your eyes and let the flavors carry you away – to that imaginary beach, where the worries of the world are swept away by the tide, and the pure pleasure of nourishing your body and soul takes center stage.

With each bite, let the sunshine and serenity of the coast infuse your being, leaving you refreshed, invigorated, and reconnected to the beauty of the natural world.

Bon appétit, and let the beach vibes linger in your heart!