Protein, Fiber, Healthy Fat, Carbs, Magnesium, Selenium, B6 and Vitamin C just to name a few!
Pairing proteins with carbohydrates is an effective way to balance blood sugar on the plate. But did you know that adding fat to the equation is also incredibly powerful? When meals and snacks contain all the macronutrients – carbohydrates, proteins, and fat – they’re especially satisfying. They also help prevent blood sugar levels from becoming too high or too low, an important factor for metabolic and hormonal health. Get creative when planning your meals and snacks and consider how you can find more balance by combining fiber-rich carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
All the things you want to look for in a healthy plant forward bowl.
Add chicken or shrimp for an additional boost of protein.
Author
Julie Gilbert
Ingredients
1⁄2 small cauliflower
1 head of broccoli
4 cups (170g) mixed greens
2 tbsp. sunflower seeds
2 tbsp. hemp seeds
1⁄4 cup (35g) cultured (fermented) vegetables of choice (e.g. Sauerkraut)
2 tsp. avocado oil
salt and pepper
Dressing
3 tbsp. hummus
2 tbsp. water
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Chop the cauliflower and broccoli florets into medium-sized pieces and place onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the cauliflower and broccoli with salt and pepper and a drizzle of avocado oil. Bake for 15 minutes until the vegetables start to brown at the edges.
Place the greens into two separate bowls. Make the dressing by whisking the hummus and water together in a small bowl. Set aside.
Top the greens with the roasted broccoli and cauliflower. Sprinkle the bowls with sunflower seeds and hemp seeds. Top with the cultured vegetables and hummus dressing.
