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1 To make the dressing: Mix together all the ingredients in a jar (or bowl), cover with a lid, and let it sit in the fridge while you are working on getting the bowl ingredients ready.
2 To make the quinoa: Place quinoa in a small saucepan (with a tight fitting lid) with 1 ¾ cup water and salt over medium-high heat. Bring it to a boil and turn down the heat to low. Put the lid on and cook until all the water is absorbed, 12-14 minutes.
3 To cook the lentils: Place lentils in a small saucepan. Cover with two inches of water. Add in the garlic and bay leaf. Cook for 20-25 minutes over medium heat. Fish out the bay leaf and garlic, drain, and set aside.
4 To assemble: Divide the warm quinoa and lentils amongst 4 bowls. Top each bowl with goat cheese, avocado, and pea shoots. Drizzle with the dressing. Garnish with a few slices of beets and sprinkle with hemp seeds, if using. Serve immediately.