Layer wholesome grains with protein, fresh vegetables, and tangy dressing for a satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
# Ingredient list:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup uncooked brown rice
02 - 1 cup uncooked quinoa
03 - 1 cup uncooked farro
→ Proteins
04 - 2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
05 - 2 cups grilled chicken breast, diced
06 - 2 cups firm tofu, cubed and pan-seared
07 - 2 cups cooked shrimp
→ Toppings
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
10 - 1 cup shredded carrots
11 - 1 avocado, sliced
12 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
14 - 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
→ Dressing
16 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
18 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
19 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
20 - 1 clove garlic, minced
21 - Salt and pepper to taste
# Cooking steps:
01 - Cook your selected grain according to package directions. Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool slightly before assembly.
02 - Prepare your chosen protein option by grilling, pan-searing, or using pre-cooked options as needed. Ensure proper cooking temperature and texture.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 - Distribute cooled grain evenly among serving bowls. Layer with selected protein, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, avocado, red onion, feta cheese, pumpkin seeds, and fresh herbs.
05 - Drizzle prepared dressing over assembled bowls immediately before serving to maintain texture and flavor integrity.
