millet vibrancy bowl

WITH GREEN TAHINI DRESSING

Millet, one of our favorite gluten-free ancient grains, is technically a seed that packs a big nutritional punch. High in fiber, calcium, magnesium, and B vitamins, millet has a sweet but nutty flavor profile. This versatile vibrancy bowl is bursting with goodness and topped with a bright green tahini dressing—we love to sneak in more dark leafy greens and herbs wherever we can!

Yield 2 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
CLEANSE

1¾ cups water

1 cup uncooked millet, rinsed thoroughly with cold water and drained

2 cups Roasted Rainbow Veggies, warmed

2 tbsp dried wakame, soaked and drained (arame or another sea veggie would work, too)

½ cucumber, chopped

1 avocado, sliced

Kimchi, to garnish

Gomasio (see note), to garnish

For the dressing

⅓ cup raw tahini (Artisana Organics brand recommended)

½ cup water

1 small clove garlic, chopped

¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tsp apple cider vinegar

1 tsp honey

½ cup spinach, packed

¼ cup fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, leaves and stems

1 tsp Himalayan pink salt

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1   In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the millet, stir once, and cover. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let the millet rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

2   Meanwhile, make the dressing. In a high-speed blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add up to ¼ cup water to thin as needed. (Dressing can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 6 days.)

3   To assemble, divide the warm millet between two serving bowls. Arrange the warm roasted veggies, wakame, cucumber, and avocado on top. Top with desired amount of dressing, and garnish with kimchi and gomasio.

note

Gomasio is a traditional Japanese condiment consisting of sesame seeds and sea salt. Eden Foods makes a great organic option.

VEGETABLES

how to build a vibrancy bowl

The secret to a good vibrancy bowl is the drizzle, which ties all the flavors and textures together into a colorful, bountiful meal. Choose a gluten-free grain like quinoa or brown rice for the base, or use cauliflower or beet rice.