If you’re a poke lover but want a healthier, cruelty-free alternative, this Watermelon Vegan Poke Bowl is the perfect recipe for you. It’s free of saturated fat, mercury, and other contaminants, incredibly affordable, and packed with fresh, vibrant flavors. The “Watermelon Tuna” is the star of this dish, marinated to mimic the oceanic essence of traditional poke.
While the poke bowl combines hearty basmati rice, tempeh, fresh veggies, and a zesty cashew-spicy sauce for a satisfying and colorful meal.
This video will guide you step-by-step through preparing a Watermelon Vegan Poke Bowl. You’ll start by marinating and baking watermelon to create the perfect “tuna” substitute.
Then, you’ll learn how to assemble a vibrant and delicious poke bowl featuring fresh vegetables, toasted tempeh, creamy avocado, and sesame seeds.
Topped off with a flavorful cashew-spicy sauce. By the end, you’ll have a wholesome, budget-friendly, and cruelty-free meal that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious!
Watermelon Poke Bowl Vegan
Ingredients
Watermelon Tuna
- 2 cups watermelon cubed (1/2-inch pieces)
- 2 tbsp liquid aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger or ginger powder
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 sheet nori soaked and chopped
- 1-2 scallions thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Pinch of crushed red pepper
Poke Bowl Base
- 1 cup basmati rice cooked
- Prepared watermelon tuna
- 1/2 cup tempeh toasted (or tofu/edamame)
- 1/2 cup cucumber sliced
- 1/4 cup radishes thinly sliced
- 1/2 avocado sliced
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1-2 scallions thinly sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Spicy cashew sauce optional, for drizzling
Instructions
Watermelon Tuna
- Cut watermelon into cubes and remove seeds. Place in a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine liquid aminos, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, lime juice, nori, scallions, cilantro, and crushed red pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the marinade over the watermelon, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for 8–10 hours to allow the watermelon to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the marinated watermelon in the oven for 20 minutes. Let cool before assembling the poke bowl.
Poke Bowl Assembly
- Add cooked basmati rice to the base of a bowl.
- Top with the prepared watermelon tuna.
- Add tempeh, cucumber, radishes, avocado, cilantro, scallions, and sesame seeds.
- Drizzle with spicy cashew sauce if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
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