June 11, 2026
Magnesium Power Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
- ½ cup shelled edamame
- ½ cup cooked chickpeas (roasted if preferred)
- ½ cup cooked quinoa
- ½ avocado, sliced
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
METHOD
- Cook quinoa according to packet instructions and allow to cool slightly.
- Steam broccoli until bright green and tender (approximately 3–5 minutes).
- If desired, roast chickpeas in the oven at 200°C for 20–25 minutes until crispy.
- Place spinach into a large bowl as the base.
- Arrange quinoa, broccoli, edamame and chickpeas over the spinach.
- Add sliced avocado.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and chia seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil and a splash of water until smooth.
- Drizzle dressing over the bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
* Add chicken, fish or tofu for added protein*
Serving Size
1 large power bowl
Serves 1 as a main meal
Serves 2 as a light lunch or side dish
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: ~605 kcal
Protein: ~31 g
Carbohydrates: ~63 g
Fibre: ~13 g
Fat: ~25 g
Total Magnesium: ~258 mg
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Ingredients 700–800g chicken breast (raw) 2 cups cooked lentils 3–4 small beetroot (about 400g total) 6–8 cups rocket (arugula) or spinach 2 cucumbers (sliced) 1 small red onion (thinly sliced) 2 tsp olive oil (total) Juice of 1–2 lemons Spice rub 2 tsp turmeric 2 tsp paprika 3 garlic cloves (minced) Salt + black pepper Method Step one - Cook The Chicken Coat chicken with spices and garlic. Grill, bake, or pan-cook with minimal oil until cooked through. Slice. Step two - Prepare The Beetroot Roast at 200°C for ~30–40 min (or use pre-cooked), then slice. Step Three - Build The Bowl Divide greens, lentils, beetroot, cucumber, and onion across 4 bowls. Top with protein Add sliced chicken evenly. Step four - Dress It Lightly Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over each bowl. Step five - Serve & Enjoy Toss lightly if desired, or keep layered for presentation. Serve immediately while the chicken is warm for the best flavour. Nutritional Information & Cooking Times Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 35 - 40 minutes 450 kcal | 7g Fat | 53g Protein | 37g Carbohydrates