Healthy Vegan Summer Glow Bowl Recipe
A nutritious and tasty Summer Glow bowl - low fat, vegan and full of healthy anti-oxidants that will not only energize you but leave you with a glow.
How to Make the Best Healthy Vegan Summer Glow Bowl
This Healthy Vegan Summer Glow Bowl is the perfect way to nourish your body with vibrant, wholesome ingredients. Packed with antioxidant-rich blueberries, crisp fennel, peppery watercress, and creamy avocado over a bed of hearty black barley, this bowl delivers a beautiful balance of flavors and textures that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.
The secret to this glow bowl lies in its colorful variety of fresh produce combined with a bright, citrusy orange dressing. The combination of fresh orange juice, olive oil, and a touch of maple syrup creates a light yet flavorful vinaigrette that ties all the components together beautifully. Each bite offers something different—the sweetness of berries, the crunch of walnuts, the creaminess of avocado.
Whether you’re looking for a nutritious lunch or a light dinner option, this vegan bowl checks all the boxes. It’s low in fat, high in fiber, and absolutely bursting with vitamins and minerals. Make it your go-to summer meal when you want something that tastes amazing and makes you feel even better.
Healthy Vegan Summer Glow Bowl
A nutritious and tasty Summer Glow bowl - low fat, vegan and full of healthy anti-oxidants that will not only energize you but leave you with a glow.
Ingredients
Bowl Base
Dressing
Instructions
Prepare the Grain
- Place black barley in a medium pot with 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, turn heat down to low, cover and simmer one hour, until cooked al-dente.
- Drain and chill the cooked barley.
Assemble the Bowls
- Prep all the veggies, taking care to thinly slice the fennel bulb and red onion. Use a sharp vegetable peeler or mandolin for best results.
- Divide black barley among 4 bowls.
- Divide the rest of the ingredients - blueberries, fennel bulb, red onion, watercress, avocado, orange slices and walnuts - among the bowls.
Make the Dressing
- Stir all the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined.
- Divide the dressing among the bowls, drizzling over all the ingredients. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute black barley with quinoa, farro, or brown rice for a different texture.
- For meal prep, store the components separately and assemble just before serving to keep everything fresh.
- The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
