Summer Backyard BBQ Protein Bowl

Savor all the best bits of summer with a BBQ Protein Bowl – a medley of Smokey BBQ protein shreds, crisp veggies, and luscious vegan ranch. A bowlful of backyard BBQ joy awaits!

Welcome to the season of sunshine, outdoor gatherings, and the pure joy of savoring delicious meals in your own backyard! As the warmth of summer envelops us, I have a treat for your taste buds that’s sure to make your heart sing – the Summer Backyard BBQ Protein Bowl! 🌞🍴

An Introduction to BBQ Bliss

Close your eyes and picture this: A bowl filled to the brim with smoky, saucy deliciousness that’s just waiting to be devoured. That’s precisely what my Summer Backyard BBQ Protein Bowl is all about! At the heart of this masterpiece are my absolute favorite BBQ protein shreds, courtesy of the talented folks at @tmrwfoods. Let’s talk about TEXTURE, folks! These shreds are a game-changer, and the smoky BBQ sauce they’re bathed in is nothing short of perfection. I’m not just obsessed; I’m head over heels! 

What you will need for this BBQ Protein Bowl:

  • SMOKEY BBQ PROTEIN SHREDS: I found a great Smokey BBQ pack from tomorrow foods. But you can easily sub for any protein shreds or flavored tofu! 
  • CELERY: such a beautiful fresh crunch. I simply used a vegetable peeler to cut ribbons and put them in ice water! They curled instantly! 
  • PURPLE CAULIFLOWER: I love purple cauliflower! One of the most beautiful and vibrant veggies out there! Flavor wise you can absolutely sub for normal cauliflower! 
  • RED BELL PEPPER: sweet crunch delicious and full of vitamins. I adore red bell peppers! It’s so gentle on your tummy too. And easily digested 
  • CARROT: there’s nothing a carrot can’t do! So sweet and delicious. And goes so well with the bbq smokiness 
  • CILANTRO: add such a bright floral note. I get that you either love or hate cilantro so feel free to omit! 
  • VEGAN MAYO: there are some amazing vegan mayos out there now! So creamy! 
  • NON DAIRY MILK: I used almond. Just make sure it’s unsweetened and not flavored 
  • APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: perfect to add a zip to this ranch 
  • PARSLEY: feels like summer! Fresh and bright 
  • DILL: adding that amazing herbal note. Perfect with the bbq flavors 
  • ONION POWDER: this powder is so mighty in flavor. A pantry staple and adds depth to the ranch 

Paired with crispy, crunchy veggies and a generous drizzle of creamy ranch, this bowl is a certified winner. So, let’s dive into this recipe and embark on a journey of SUMMER BOWL GOALS! 

Prep the Veggies

Begin by preparing your veggies. For the celery, use a vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons, and place them in a bowl of water to make them curl – it’s a beautiful touch.

Whisk Up the Ranch

In a mixing bowl, combine all the ranch dressing ingredients – vegan mayo, non-dairy milk, apple cider vinegar, crushed garlic, dried parsley, dried dill, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until everything is thoroughly combined, and set it aside.

Prepare the Protein Shreds

Follow the package instructions to prepare your Smokey BBQ protein shreds.

Assemble Your Bowl

Now, it’s time to bring everything together. In your serving bowl, add all the separate ingredients – the BBQ protein shreds, corn, shaved celery, chopped purple cauliflower, chopped red bell pepper, grated carrot, and fresh cilantro. This is where the magic happens!

Dress to Impress

Drizzle that creamy ranch dressing over the top for the BBQ gasm you’ve always craved!

Embrace the BBQ Bliss and remember that food isn’t just about sustenance; it’s about savoring moments of pure joy and sharing delicious experiences with loved ones. Each bite of this bowl encapsulates the essence of summer – smoky, saucy, and oh-so-satisfying.

Get moving with the spirit of summer, fire up the grill, and serve up this protein-packed delight that embodies the joy of backyard BBQs. May your gatherings be filled with laughter, your plates with deliciousness, and your hearts with warmth. Here’s to a summer of good food, great company, and countless moments of BBQ bliss.

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Summer Backyard BBQ Protein Bowl

FEAST YOUR BEAUT LIL EYES on my bbq bowl of Smokey saucey yums!!! Starring my absolute FAVIEST BBQ protein shreds from my mates over at @tmrwfoods The TEXTUREEE you guys! and the Smokey bbq sauce of these shreds is legit unrivaled. Obsessed is an understatement. Combined with crispy crunchy veggies and what’s a bbq without ranch! This bowl is a winnerrrr!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pack smokey bbq protein shreds
  • corn
  • 1 stalk celery shaved
  • ½ cup purple cauliflower chopped, raw
  • ½ red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 carrot grated
  • fresh cilantro

Ranch Dressing Ingredients

  • cup vegan mayo
  • ¼-½ cup any non-dairy milk unsweetened
  • tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • ½ tbsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare your veggies. For the celery. Make thin ribbons with your veggie peeler then drop into a bowl of water- this creates those beautiful curls!!
  • For the dressing; combine all ingredients into your bowl and whisk thoroughly to combine. Then set aside.
  • Prepare your protein shreds according to package instructions and then it’s time to assemble!
  • Add all your separate ingredients into a bowl. And serve with that delishhh creamy ranch for the bbq gasm you’ve always wanted!!!
Keyword dairy free, healthy bowl, plant based, power bowl, vegan

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Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant based meals.

This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!

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