Earth Goddess(Ad)….is what I call this Winter Harvest Bulgur Beauty! Local gathered seasonal goodness of Beets, Sweet Potato, Fresh Spinach, Pickled Onions & Farm Eggs with Cypriot Halloumi Cheese and a fresh Avocado topped on a nutritious Bulgur grain. All ready to be dressed with a citrus avocado oil, tahini dressing flavour burst. I must say, it has to be the Best Dressed and Best in its class bowl, wouldn’t you agree?😉

I have teamed up with ChosenFoods, a world leading producer of pure avocado oil, that’s non-GMO, neutral tasting and features a high smoke point to create for you this nourishing & comforting winter bowl. It features one of their recently launched Goddess dressings (Earth Goddess). It is an absolutely delicious tahini-based dressing that is gluten free and works well for vegetarians, vegans and flexitarians alike.

Chosen Foods, is the leading producer of 100% pure avocado oil from Mexico and creator of avocado-inspired cooking sprays, mayos, and dressings, got its start in 2011. Grown from nutrient-rich volcanic soil, Chosen Foods works in collaboration with over 1,000 farmers to grow more than 350 million avocados per year. From dressings and marinades to mayo and oil sprays, the Southern California-based brand that focuses on creating great-tasting and accessible products to elevate at- home cooking. Additionally, Chosen Foods builds collaborative partnerships with organizations that take a community-wide, sustainable approach to alleviating hunger. Chosen Foods products are available to us here in Canada and can be found in major grocery, health food stores and online. For more information on all their products they offer and recipes, follow @ChosenFoods, facebook.com/chosenfoods or go to their website chosenfoods.com

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Earth Goddess Winter Harvest Bulgur Bowl

Total Time45 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast, Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Yield: 2

Materials

• 1 cup bulgur
• 2 small yellow beets scrubbed and quartered
• 1 small sweet potato scrubbed and 1/2-inch diced
• 2 tbsp Chosen Foods 100% Pure Avocado Oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp fresh ground pepper
• 4 pieces halloumi cheese sliced 1/2-inch thick
• Chosen Foods 100% Pure Avocado Oil Spray
• 1 cup baby spinach leaves
• 1 avocado sliced
• 2 boiled eggs cooked to your liking and halved
• Pickled Onions see recipe
• Black sesame seeds optional
• Chosen Foods Earth Goddess Dressing
• Pickled Onions
• 1 large red onion thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp dried chilies optional

Instructions

• To make bulgur: In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add bulgur and let cook for 30 seconds. Remove from heat, cover and let cool. The bulgur can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
• To roast vegetables: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss beets with 1 tbsp of avocado oil and season with 1/2 tsp salt and pepper. Place on side of baking sheet. Toss sweet potatoes with remaining oil and salt and pepper. Place on other side of baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until beets and sweet potatoes have softened. Remove potatoes earlier as they cook faster.
• To cook halloumi: Place a medium skillet over medium-high heat and spray with avocado oil spray. Pan-fry halloumi 1 minute per side or until golden.
• To make pickled onions: Place onions in a 480 mL mason jar. In a small saucepan, add the vinegar, honey, salt and pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 1 minute. Carefully pour the mixture into the jar over the onions, ensuring all onions are submerged in liquid. Let cool, seal with lid and store in refrigerator up to two days.
• To assemble Harvest Bowls: Divide bulgur into two bowls and top with remaining ingredients. Drizzle with Earth Goddess Dressing and garnish with black sesame seeds, if using.

Notes

Tip: For additional added protein, top Harvest Bowl with a grilled chicken breast. Spray a grill pan with Chosen Foods 100% Pure Avocado Oil Spray and grill chicken breast until done.