Vegetable And Miso Brown Rice Bowl
Looking for a nutrient-packed, umami-rich, and satisfying meal? This Vegetable and miso Brown Rice Bowl is the perfect blend of wholesome grains, vegetables, and a savory miso dressing.
Servings 2
Ingredients
For the Bowl:
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup edamame shelled
- 1 small carrot julienned
- 1/2 zucchini sliced
- 1/2 bell pepper sliced
- 2 small eggplants sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil
- 1 green onion chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- Optional: avocado slices nori strips, or tofu
For the Miso Dressing:
- 1 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp warm water to thin, if needed
Instructions
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, ginger, sesame oil, and warm water until smooth.
Prepare the Vegetables:
- Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté zucchini, bell pepper, mushrooms, and carrots for 4-5 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Turn the heat off
- Pour half of the miso dressing over the vegetables and mix well to ensure it's evenly distributed.
Assemble the Bowl:
- Divide cooked brown rice between two bowls.
- Arrange the sautéed vegetables and any optional toppings.
Drizzle & Garnish:
- Pour the rest of the miso dressing over the bowl.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion.
Serve & Enjoy
- Mix everything together and enjoy.