Chocolate Zucchini Quinoa Protein Bowl
(DF, GF, Egg-free, Nut-free, Soy-free, Nightshade-free)
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 1 medium zucchini finely grated
- 1 cup cauliflower rice
- 1 15oz can coconut milk full fat
- ½ cup water
- 1 banana mashed
- 3 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- 1 scoop unflavored bone broth protein powder, collage, or this is optional
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- Optional toppings: chopped almonds, bittersweet chocolate chunks, blueberries, strawberries, coconut whipped cream, etc.
Instructions
- Add quinoa, zucchini, cauliflower rice, coconut milk, and water to a saucepan and heat to boil.
- Turn the heat down to simmer, cover the pot, and let cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked.
- Remove from heat and add in the mashed bananas, maple syrup, vanilla, cacao powder, protein powder, and cinnamon. Mix until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Serve in bowls with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!