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California Avocado Power Bowl

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Total Time: 15 min

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Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information
per serving

Calories 780
Total Fat 30g
Saturated Fat 7g
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 15g
Cholesterol 25mg
Sodium 640mg
Total Carbs 104g
Dietary Fiber 28g
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 28g
Potassium 1105mg

Vitamin A 135 mcg; Vitamin C 33 mg; Calcium 295 mg; Iron 7 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 142 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.32 g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 15%; Vitamin C 35%; Calcium 25%; Iron 40 %; Vitamin D 0%.

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

This meatless bowl is packed full of vitamins and nutrients to keep you sustained through long days of training. A vegetarian treat that is high in fiber (100% DV) and vitamin K (220% DV). It is also an excellent source of folate (35% DV), vitamin B1 (70% DV), vitamin B2 (60% DV), vitamin B3 (80% DV), vitamin B6 (40% DV), vitamin C (35% DV), vitamin E (45% DV), iron (40% DV) and protein (56% DV). 

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Serves: 4

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2 cups uncooked farro, yields 2x cooked, prep per package instructions 2 (15-oz. can) garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained 1 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and quartered 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved 4 oz. sliced almonds 4 oz. feta cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/8 tsp. sea salt
  1. Add pinch of salt to farro. Assemble power bowls. Divide the cooked farro, chickpeas, and parsley evenly among bowls.
  2. Cube ¾ of the avocado and add to bowls along with tomatoes.
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients.
  4. Drizzle dressing over power bowls.
  5. Thinly slice remaining avocado. Top bowls with sliced avocado, almonds and crumbled feta.

Serving Suggestion: Farro can easily be substituted with another grain such as quinoa, barley, or brown rice.

Beverage Pairing: For athletes – water, sports drink, milk or chocolate milk

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Did You Know?

California Avocados are considered a superfood. Learn about avocados and dietary guidelines for Americans.

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Recipe Categories: High Fiber Registered Dietitian Recipes Salads & Dressings Vegetarian
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As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados

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