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Benefits of plant-based meals

Susan Moores, RD, Kowalski's Nutritionist shows us which plant foods contain the most protein and how to create an easy-to-make plant-based, protein-rich meal.

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. - A renewed focus on plant-based eating is on trend for achieving good health. And a growing number of nutritionists are saying it positively affects the risk for several chronic diseases along with promoting healthy skin, healthy eyes, a healthy gut and a strong immune system. It’s also an environmentally friendly way to eat.

Susan Moores, RD, Kowalski’s Nutritionist shows us which plant foods contain the most protein and how to create an easy-to-make plant-based, protein-rich meal.

Southwestern Vegan Bowl

In each serving bowl, top a combination of ½ cup cooked brown rice and quinoa with grape tomatoes, sliced avocado, prepared black beans, raw corn kernels, diced jalapeño pepper, sliced green onion, pepitas, chopped fresh cilantro, ancho chile powder and lime zest. Drizzle with 1-2 tbsp. Quick Balsamic Vinaigrette to taste.

Quick balsamic vinaigrette:

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp. Kowalski's Balsamic Vinegar, 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard, ¾ tsp. kosher salt and freshly ground Kowalski's Black Peppercorns to taste. Drizzle in ½ cup Kowalski's Extra Virgin Olive Oil very slowly, whisking constantly to form an emulsion. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Makes about ¾ cup.

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