Lemon Herb Mediterranean Grain Bowl (Printer-friendly)

A zesty combination of herbs, grains, and fresh Mediterranean elements in a vibrant bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup cooked brown rice
02 - 1 cup cooked quinoa

→ Proteins

03 - 1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Vegetables

04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
06 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

→ Greens

08 - 2 cups baby spinach leaves

→ Lemon Herb Dressing

09 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
10 - 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
13 - 1 clove garlic, minced
14 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
15 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Garnish

16 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
17 - 2 tablespoons Kalamata olives, sliced

# Directions:

01 - Combine cooked brown rice and cooked quinoa in a large mixing bowl; fluff gently with a fork.
02 - Add cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and chickpeas to the grain mixture.
03 - Fold in baby spinach leaves until evenly distributed.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, minced garlic, black pepper, and kosher salt until emulsified.
05 - Pour the lemon herb dressing over the grain and vegetable mixture; toss gently until coated.
06 - Top each bowl with crumbled feta cheese and sliced Kalamata olives before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses wholesome grains and fresh ingredients
  • Bursting with bright flavor from lemon and herbs
  • Customizable with any vegetables you have on hand
  • Ready in about 30 minutes from scratch
  • Energizing and perfect for meal prep
02 -
  • High in protein and fiber for lasting energy
  • Perfect for vegetarian diets and easy to make vegan
  • Can be made ahead and still tastes fresh days later
03 -
  • Taste the dressing before adding to the bowl and balance the acid with generous olive oil
  • Toasting grains briefly in a dry pan after cooking deepens nutty flavor Use only just chopped herbs for vivid aroma and color
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