Fermented Vegetable Grain Bowl (Printable Version)
A colorful bowl with grains, kimchi, veggies, and tofu, tossed in savory sesame dressing for flavorful nourishment.
# What You'll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup uncooked brown rice or quinoa
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Fermented Vegetables
04 - 1 cup chopped kimchi (ensure vegetarian if required)
05 - 1/2 cup sauerkraut (optional)
→ Fresh Vegetables
06 - 1 cup shredded carrots
07 - 1 cup sliced cucumber
08 - 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
09 - 1 whole avocado, sliced
10 - 2 radishes, thinly sliced
11 - 1/4 cup sliced scallions
→ Protein (optional)
12 - 1 cup cooked edamame or firm tofu, cubed
→ Dressing
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
15 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
17 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
18 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
→ Toppings
19 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
20 - 1 sheet nori, sliced (optional)
21 - Chili flakes (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Rinse the grains in cold water. Combine grains, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until tender—approximately 25 minutes for brown rice or 15 minutes for quinoa. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and let cool slightly.
02 - Wash and dry all vegetables. Shred carrots, slice cucumber, avocado, radishes, and scallions using a chef's knife and cutting board.
03 - If using tofu, pat dry and cut into cubes. Optionally, pan-sear tofu in a nonstick pan with a splash of oil over medium heat until golden brown on all sides.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup or honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.
05 - Divide cooked grains among four serving bowls. Top each with equal amounts of kimchi, sauerkraut (if using), shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, avocado, radishes, scallions, and protein.
06 - Drizzle dressing over each bowl. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, add sliced nori, and finish with chili flakes if desired.
07 - Present immediately while vegetables remain crisp and dressing is freshly incorporated.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Packed with probiotics and fiber for gut health
- Customizable for any dietary preference
02 -
- Check kimchi and sauerkraut labels for vegetarian and allergy information.
- Using tamari instead of soy sauce makes this recipe gluten-free.
03 -
- For a vegan bowl, use maple syrup and ensure the kimchi is vegan (no fish sauce).
- Swap in farro, barley, or cauliflower rice for different grain bases.