Copycat First Watch Quinoa Power Bowl

I love the First Watch Quinoa Power Bowl. I have been working on a Copycat version and this is close!  I hope you enjoy it as much I do. Now that I can make it at home I save lots of money too!  I like to serve it with a fresh lemon and squeeze over top when I serve.  It is protein packed meal that everyone loves! It is a delicious lunch or dinner choice that is light and healthy.

The first watch quinoa bowl is one of my favorites. Now I can enjoy it at home for a fraction of the cost!

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Quinoa Power Bowl

I love the First Watch Quinoa Power Bowl. I have been working on a Copycat version and this is close! 

Course Main

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Servings 4

Author Melissa Jennings

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cups quinoa
• 2 cups roma tomatoes halved
• 1/2 cup carrots shredded
• 1/2 cup kale chopped
• 4 oz. feta cheese crumbled
• 2 Chicken breasts cut into strips

Instructions

1. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, garlic and some salt and pepper in a small bowl.
2. Whisk in the oil until emulsified.
3. Combine the quinoa, 4 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small saucepan, bring to a boil and cook until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Transfer to a bowl, fluff with a fork and let sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
5. Broil the tomatoes while the quinoa cooks.
6. In a skillet cook chicken breasts, add kale carrots until tender but not mushy.
7. Stir in quinoa and dressing.
8. Add tomatoes and feta cheese.

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Olive Garden Zuppa Tuscana 

Chick-fil-A Sauce 

Chick-fil-A Lemonade Recipe

Chick-fil-A Nuggets

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