Steamed Veggie Bowl With Sweet & Spicy Sauce

If you are looking for an easy, healthy, and flavorful go-to veggie bowl for lunch, look no further. I eat this meal pretty much every day. It’s colorful, packed full of nutrients, and keeps me full and energized throughout the day.

I recommend steaming the veggies instead of roasting them. This helps keep the nutritional value of the ingredients and is easier to make! The fresh, clean veggie flavors are also delicious with the sweet & spicy tahini dressing.

You don’t necessarily need a steamer basket to steam the vegetables. You can use a rice cooker or even microwave them (covered) for a few minutes if you’re in a hurry.

I purposely added these specific ingredients to ensure you are getting a nutritious meal from different food groups. For example:

1. The broccoli and cauliflower are from the cruciferous vegetable family. They have cancer fighting properties and are very high in fiber. These vegetables are better steamed (to preserve the nutritional profile).
2. The pumpkin seeds are the healthy fat and protein source in this meal. These seeds are high in magnesium, also help fight against cancer, and are packed full of antioxidants.
3. The arugula is the source of greens in this recipe. Many of us don’t get nearly enough greens in our diet, and this is a great way to do just that. Arugula is high in calcium, folate, vitamin C, and vitamin K. You can swap it out for another green if you’d like (kale, spinach, micro greens, etc.)
4. The brown rice is the source of whole grains in this recipe. Don’t be afraid of unrefined carbs! They are necessary for energy and overall vitality.
5. The red sauerkraut is an excellent source of probiotics, which helps aid in digestion and promotes overall gut health. You can barely taste it in the dish, but it adds nice texture, color, and extra health benefits!
6. The tahini sauce is another source of healthy fats in this recipe. I just love tahini in general and use it in so many dishes (including cookies).

Veggie Bowl With Sweet & Spicy Tahini Sauce

This veggie bowl is my go-to lunch for many reasons. For one, it's incredibly easy to make and is packed full of vegetables (crucifers and greens). It also contains a decent amount of plant-based protein (pumpkin seeds), probiotics (sauerkraut), and whole grains (brown rice). Last but not least, the bowl is topped with a healthy sweet & spicy tahini sauce for an extra flavor punch!

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Course Main Course

Servings 1

Equipment

• Steamer
• Rice cooker

Ingredients

  

Veggie Bowl

• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• ½ cup broccoli florets
• ½ cup cauliflower florets
• ¼ cup red cabbage sauerkraut
• 1 big handful arugula
• ¼ cup pumpkin seeds

Sweet & Spicy Sauce

• ¼ cup liquidy tahini (see notes)
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (more if desired)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove (optional)
• ½ tsp Table Tasty Salt-Free Seasoning (see notes)

Instructions

 

• Cook a ½ cup of brown rice in a rice cooker (according to the package). I like to make my rice in advance for the week to save time.
• Cut the broccoli and cauliflower into medium sized florets. Steam them in a steamer basket or rice cooker for about 15 minutes.
• To make the sauce: add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and mix together. If you want a thinner sauce, add more almond milk or water.
• After the rice and vegetables are done cooking, place the brown rice at the bottom of a bowl. Top it with the vegetables, pumpkin seeds, sauerkraut, and arugula.
• Drizzle the sauce over the vegetables and rice with a spoon.

Notes

My favorite ‘liquidy’ tahini brand is Baron’s USDA Organic Tahini Pure Sesame Paste. 

 

Table Tasty Salt-Free Seasoning is a great alternative to salt. I put it on almost everything!

 

 

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