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    Home » Recipes » Vegetarian

    Citrus Avocado Jalapeno Bowl

    Published Jan 27, 2022 This post may contain affiliate links

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    citrus avocado jalapeno bowl

    This citrus avocado jalapeno bowl is my new lunch favorite! Its easy to prep and its got all the flavors: sweet, spicy, tart, salty AND all the textures: creamy, crunchy, fresh!

    What's in this citrus avocado jalapeno bowl?

    Farro - I like using farro in this bowl. Its a nice chewy grain that cooks pretty quickly and its hearty so it keeps me full until dinner. Brown or white rice, quinoa or coucous are also great alternatives for the grain here.

    Chickpeas -The protein source in these bowls is chickpeas. It's an easy prep. I just drain and rinse a can of chickpeas and they're ready to go. Plus they are so creamy, it pairs perfectly with the avocado!

    Citrus - Grapefruit and orange slices. You can use any citrus fruits you prefer. The grapefruit is really just perfect with the avocado and jalapeno flavors here. It has such a delicate flavor that is not overly sweet. Here's a great guide on how to segment grapefruit and other citrus fruits so they are easier to plate in a salad. Yes it's definitely worth it to segment the citrus!

    Veggies - Avocado, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno. Other flavors that would work in this bowl are: bell peppers, carrots, salad greens and cucumbers.

    citrus avocado jalapeno bowl

    Creamy Jalapeno Dressing

    • Jalapeno - deseeded and chopped, I used 1 jalapeno in this dressing. If you're looking for more heat, add in another pepper or two!
    • Garlic - garlic pairs so nicely with jalapeno
    • Yogurt - the yogurt helps to make it creamy and balances the heat of the jalapeno pepper
    • Lime - juice of half of lime, for a little acidity in the dressing
    • Honey - for a touch of sweetness to balance everything
    • Cumin - for a earthy smoky flavor
    • Salt & Pepper - to bring all of the flavors together

    Tip: Make a double batch of this creamy jalapeno dressing and save some for another lunch in the week!

    You might also be interested in these great lunch recipes: Tuna Avocado Toast, Egg Bhurji Avocado Toast, Creamy Taco Soup

    avocado jalapeno grapefruit farro
    citrus avocado jalapeno bowl

    Citrus Avocado Jalapeno Bowl

    Citrus avocado jalapeno bowls are the perfect lunch when you looking for something filling and super flavorful!
    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 236 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 avocado ripe, cut into cubes
    • ½ cup citrus fruit slices oranges, grapefruit, lemons, your choice
    • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
    • 1 cup cooked farro or any other grain
    • ¼ cup red onions thinly sliced
    • 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped

    Creamy Jalapeno Dressing

    • 1 jalapeno deseeded and chopped
    • 2 tablespoons yogurt
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • juice of ½ lime
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • salt & pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Cook the farro according to package directions. Set aside.
    • To make the Creamy Jalapeno Dressing: Add all of the dressing ingredients into a small blender and puree until creamy.
    • In a large bowl, combine the cooked farro, chickpeas, citrus slices, red onion, avocado, cilantro. Drizzle evenly with the dressing, then toss until combined.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 236kcal
    Keyword avocado citrus, citrus avocado bowl, avocado jalapeno farro bowl,
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    1. Amy Liu Donga

      January 28, 2022 at 12:49 pm

      5 stars
      I love this salad bowl so easy to make and really delicious.
      Perfect for my cravings!

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      • Jill Patel

        January 29, 2022 at 3:26 pm

        Thank you! Its so perfect for lunches!

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