Protein Bowl Discover our ultimate 'Protein Bowl' recipe that’s both nutritious and flavorful. This bowl features a hearty mix of brown rice, grilled tofu, and colorful veggies. Ideal for a quick, healthy lunch, it’s packed with protein and taste. By Sanjeev Kapoor 30 Oct 2024 in Recipes Veg New Update Main ingredients Cottage Cheese, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Brown Rice Cuisine Fusion Course Main Course - Vegetarian Prep time 25-30 minutes Cook time 25-30 minutes Serve 4 Taste Mild Level of cooking Moderate Others Vegetarian Ingredients 400 grams cottage cheese (paneer), cut into 4 thick slices 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs 1½ teaspoons lemon juice 4 teaspoons olive oil Salt to taste 2 tablespoons oil Herbed rice 1 cup cooked brown rice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1½ tablespoons finely chopped garlic ¾ teaspoon red chilli flakes 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves 3 teaspoons chopped fresh mixed herbs Salt to taste Sautéed veggies 4 teaspoons olive oil 4 teaspoons finely chopped garlic 6-8 button mushrooms, thickly sliced 12-15 medium broccoli florets, blanched and drained ½ cup mixed coloured capsicums triangles 1 medium carrot, peeled, cut into triangles, boiled and drained 1 medium onion, cut into quarters and layers separated Salt to taste ½ teaspoon chopped fresh mixed herbs Dressing 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon mustard paste Salt to taste Crushed black peppercorns 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salad 8-10 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 medium English cucumber, cut into ½ inch cubes 20-25 assorted lettuce leaves 4 tablespoons assorted micro greens + for garnish Method Place cottage cheese slices on a plate. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, red chilli flakes, dried mixed herbs, lemon juice, olive oil and salt and apply the mixture well on all the slices and set aside to marinate for 10-15 minutes. To make the herbed rice, heat olive oil in a non-stick pan. Add garlic, mix and saute for a few seconds. Add red chilli flakes, mint leaves, coriander leaves, mixed herbs and salt and mix well. Add brown rice and mix well. Add ½ cup water, cover and cook for 2-3 minutes. Take the pan off the heat. To make the sautéed veggies, heat olive oil in a non-stick pan, add garlic, mix and saute till golden brown. Add mushrooms, mix and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add broccoli, capsicums, carrots, and onion and mix well. Add salt and fresh herbs, mix well and saute for 1-2 minutes. Take the pan off the heat. To make the dressing, take extra virgin olive oil in a bowl, add honey, mustard paste, salt and crushed black peppercorns and whisk well. Add lemon juice and mix well. Add cherry tomatoes and English cucumber. Tear the assorted lettuce leaves and add to the bowl along with micro greens and gently toss till well combined. To grill the cottage cheese, heat oil in a non-stick grill pan. Place the cottage cheese slices on it and grill on high heat for 1-2 minutes. Flip and grill the other side for 1-2 minutes as well. To assemble, place a portion of the herbed rice in a serving bowl. Add a portion of the veggie mixture on one side, some of the salad on other side and place a cottage cheese slice on top. Garnish with micro greens and serve. #Brown basmati rice #Garlic #Cottage cheese Subscribe to our Newsletter! Be the first to get exclusive offers and the latest news Subscribe Now You May Also like Advertisment Read the Next Article