Fresh Cherry Fig Power Bowl
, by Kait Turshenof, 2 min reading time
What does a “Power Bowl” entail exactly, you may be wondering? In Bubble World, it’s a bowl full of gluten free, allergy friendly, vegan wholesome fabulousness, i.e. a harmonious blend of nutrition that packs a hearty punch and is good for your heart too!
The key to a powerful Power Bowl include the following rockstar ingredients:
- Protein use your favorite allergy friendly protein powder to start your day on the right foot. I happen to love Growing Naturals Vanilla Blast Rice Protein Powder
- Carbohydrate the options are endless for this key component of your Power Bowl! From oatmeal to quinoa flakes and hot rice cereal to any ancient grain, the possibilities go on.
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Fat contrary to popular belief, fat is an essential part of our diet…good fat, that is! Add a spoonful of your favorite seed or nut butter
[allergy friendly, of course!] or a drizzle of chia seed or flax oil, which will help you stay full longer, and just as importantly fuel your brain all morning long.
- Fiber my favorite fibers also add great fat, protein, and flavor. No Bubble Girl Power Bowl is complete without at least a spoonful of ground flaxseed or chia seed! Fiber is essential to heart health.
- Fruit this element of your Power Bowl has the freedom to vary each and every day, dependent on your mood and which fruits are in season. I, myself, fancy berry-based Power Bowls and also love a good bowlful of dried fruit. Then, of course, there are the fabulous, vitamin packed fruits like bananas, mangos, peaches, pears…the list goes on!
- Flavor Boost add a touch of cinnamon, a pinch a cardamom, or a teaspoon of Maca powder for an extra boost of flavor. Play with these flavors based on the fruits in your bowl! A dash of nutmeg does wonders when using pumpkin or dates; ginger adds a great kick with fresh apples.
The combination of protein, fiber and whole grain carbs makes this recipe excellent for heart health. Here are more "Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet for Heart Health."
Fresh Cherry Fig Power Bowl
Kait Turshen
1 power bowl
5 minutes
448
Ingredients
- 1 serving instant oatmeal
- 1 scoop Growing Naturals vanilla rice or pea protein
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seed
- 1 teaspoon Maca powder [optional]
- pinch of cinnamon
- ½ cup – ⅔ cup boiling water
- ½ cup fresh cherries, halved & pitted
- 2 fresh figs, sliced
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar [optional]
Directions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients [oatmeal, protein powder, Maca powder, flaxseed or chia seed, cinnamon] in a bowl and mix well.
- Slowly add boiling water and stir until well combined; add additional water as needed until mixture is smooth.
- Top with cherries and figs and drizzle with maple syrup or agave nectar for added sweetness.