Meatless Grain Bowl
This Meatless Grain Bowl is nutrient-packed, highly customizable, and perfect for a healthy, satisfying meal! 🌿🍚
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Small Saucepan
Ingredients
Base (Choose One)
- 1 cup quinoa cooked
- 1 cup brown rice cooked
- 1 cup farro cooked
Protein (Choose One)
- ½ cup roasted chickpeas
- ½ cup cubed tofu pan-fried or baked
- ½ cup black beans
Vegetables (Mix & Match)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ avocado sliced
- ¼ cup cucumber slices
- ¼ cup roasted sweet potatoes
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon hummus
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
Dressing (Choose One)
- 2 tablespoons tahini dressing see recipe below
- 2 tablespoons lemon-garlic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Cook the grain – Prepare quinoa, rice, or farro according to package instructions. Let it cool slightly before assembling the bowl.
- Prepare the protein – If using chickpeas, toss them with olive oil, paprika, and salt, then roast at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes. If using tofu, pan-fry or bake with soy sauce and garlic for extra flavor.
- Chop & slice – Cut up all the vegetables and arrange them in the bowl.
- Assemble the bowl – Start with your grain base, then add the protein, veggies, and toppings.
- Drizzle the dressing – Pour the tahini or lemon-garlic dressing over the bowl for the perfect finishing touch.
- Enjoy! Mix everything together and dig in! 🌱🍚
Notes
Customize your bowl with different flavors! Try a Mexican-inspired bowl with black beans and salsa, or a Mediterranean bowl with hummus and olives. Meal prep tip: Store ingredients separately in airtight containers for easy assembly during the week.