Bowl of goodness boosts healthy eating

AUSTIN (KXAN) - After all of those treats from the holiday season, a lot of people are looking for ways to eat healthy.

Whole Foods chef Dan Marek appeared on KXAN News at Noon to cook a recipe that can help give your healthy-eating resolution a boost.

The Mighty Bowl of Goodness combines grains and greens for healthy dining that's easy to make.

Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
1 cup truRoots Organic Sprouted Green Lentils or Sprouted Mung Beans
1 bunch kale, stemmed, chopped and steamed; or 1 head broccoli, cut into florets and steamed
Choice of grilled tofu, chicken, or salmon (optional)
1 avocado, cut into wedges

For serving:
Bragg Liquid Aminos
Bragg Organic Sprinkle Seasoning
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Method
Cook quinoa and lentils or mung beans separately according to package instructions. Divide quinoa among four bowls. Top with lentils, kale or broccoli and your choice of tofu, chicken or salmon, if using. Garnish with avocado. Serve at the table with liquid aminos, seasoning and lemon wedges.

Nutrition
Per serving (does not include optional tofu, chicken or salmon): 440 calories (110 from fat), 12g total fat, 1.5g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 75mg sodium, 70g total carbohydrate (16g dietary fiber, 3g sugar), 21g protein