Avocado-Miso-Mushroom Bowl

A nourishing grain bowl featuring sautéed mixed mushrooms, creamy avocado, and fresh greens, all tied together with a umami-rich miso-tahini dressing. This hearty vegetarian bowl combines Japanese and Middle Eastern flavors for a satisfying meal.

4 servings
11 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil or extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 cups mixed mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 4 cups cooked grains
  • 4 cups fresh greens
  • 1 whole avocado
  • 2 teaspoons gomashio
  • 2 tablespoons organic miso paste
  • 3 tablespoons tahini paste
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    In a large sauté pan, warm the sesame oil or extra-virgin olive oil over medi­um heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté until lightly golden, 3 to 4 minutes.

    4 min

  2. 2.

    Add the tamari and sauté for 2 minutes more. Deglaze the pan with the mirin to release the bits from the bottom of the pan. Turn off heat.

    2 min

  3. 3.

    In a large bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing. Using a spatula, stir in the grains and fully coat. Add the mushrooms and 3 cups of the greens, and gently fold to coat well with the dressing. Top with the avocado, reserved greens, and gomashio.

    5 min