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If the name of the game for the forthcoming year is eating all things wholesome, clean and nourishing, one cannot go wrong with warm veggie bowls that are comforting and nutritious treats in winter weather. With a healthy quotient that checks all essential boxes and delicious flavour, fresh and colourful produce is available aplenty in many regions during winter weather. It can be converted into stunning, bright-looking, no-fuss, low-effort veggie bowls that can be served warm for invoking a feel-good, cosy winter effect.
Turmeric Quinoa And Roasted Veggie Glow Bowl
The slightly umami and poignantly yellow notes of turmeric infused into warm quinoa turns this into a flavourful and aromatic accompaniment that goes well with roasted veggies such as carrots, pumpkins and broccoli. All things essential for winter nourishment, that lend a rosy glow to the skin, this is a one pot veggie bowl that can be cooked in the steamer or the oven, for the roasted effect. Dress up the veggies with a lemon and tahini dressing that brings a bright edge to the winter bowl.
Spicy Korean Gochujang Tofu Bowl
For those who prefer a spicy kick in their winter repasts, this tofu bowl is the perfect addition to the roster of clean, nourishing meals in the following year. A spiced gochujang dressing can be lathered over pan-seared tofu, sprouts, sautéed spinach and cucumber ribbons. All of this can be layered over freshly-made, warm brown rice. Finish the bowl off with a sesame and soy drizzle for a touch of acidic pungency. Rich in protein and the goodness of leafy greens, this spicy bowl builds flavour onto the palate while remaining moderate in terms of calorie count.
Mediterranean Lentils And Greens Warm Bowl
Leafy greens such as sautéed kale or spinach can be tossed with cherry tomatoes, olives and cucumber to make a warm bowl layered with fragrant, herbed Mediterranean-style lentils. Craft an olive oil and lime juice dressing with just a hint of minced garlic for building flavour into the bowl. Lace it with a spoon of hummus or toum for a bright, creamy effect. The Mediterranean bowl becomes a nourishing, clean meal that can be paired with warm pita bread at winter dinners.
Desi Masala Sweet Potato Bowl
If there is one winter vegetable that is sheer nourishment in cold weather, it is the sweet potato. Cook this root veggie until perfectly soft and flavour it with desi spices like Kashmiri red chilli, turmeric, coriander and cumin powders and a hint of black salt to craft a flavour-forward winter bowl. Layer the dish with brown rice, sprouted moong sprinkled with chaat masala and caramelised onions for a blend of textures and sweet, spicy and umami flavours. A green chutney yoghurt can become a bright dressing to adorn the masala potatoes with a creamy, fresh flavour.
Miso Ginger Vegetable And Millet Bowl
Looking for something umami and acidic that is also highly nourishing? Miso emerges as the top contender for seasoning veggie bowls with such soothing flavours during winter weather. Drizzle a miso broth laced with ginger over stir-fried mushrooms, bok choy and carrots and prepare warm rice or millets to fill-up the veggie bowl. Onions and toasted sesame can be sprinkled over this dish that brims with miso’s fermented notes and sharp and spicy ginger flavours. Add edamame or tofu for extra protein, that will make this warm bowl even more sumptuous and nourishing.
