🌈 Ultimate Nutrient-Dense Power Bowl (Low-Fat Edition)

 ~550–600 kcal | High protein | High fibre | Low fat | Full-spectrum vitamins + minerals


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Ingredients:




Base (light, high-fibre):



  • 100g cooked quinoa (complete protein, B vitamins, iron)
  • 50g steamed kale or spinach (vitamin K, iron, calcium)
  • 100g broccoli (vitamin C, fibre, folate)
  • 80g grated carrot (beta-carotene, vitamin A, potassium)




Protein Power:



  • 100g grilled skinless chicken breast (lean, high protein, selenium, B6)
  • 100g cooked lentils (iron, zinc, folate, magnesium, fibre)




Super Boosters:



  • 2 tbsp sauerkraut or kimchi (probiotics, vitamin C)
  • Juice of ½ lemon (vitamin C, liver support)
  • 1 tsp ground flaxseed (omega-3s, fibre, phytonutrients)




Optional Extras (tiny additions, big impact):



  • 1 tsp nutritional yeast (B12, cheesy flavour, protein)
  • 1 tsp spirulina or chlorella powder (iodine, iron, chlorophyll)
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or coriander (detox support, vitamin K)






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Dressing (light + functional):



  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp tahini or low-fat natural yogurt (calcium + flavour)
  • Water + herbs/spices to taste (garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, pepper)






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Instructions:



  1. Cook quinoa and lentils separately.
  2. Steam or lightly sauté the kale/spinach, broccoli, and carrots.
  3. Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast with seasoning (no added oil).
  4. Assemble in a bowl: base first, then pile on veg, protein, and boosters.
  5. Mix the dressing and drizzle lightly.
  6. Top with sauerkraut, lemon juice, flaxseed, nutritional yeast, herbs, and any optional extras.


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