Suggestions about Assembling a Healthy Grain Bowl
 
 
How to put together a simple dish based on a favorite grain, simple seasonal ingredients and a healthy protein.
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Recipe type: Brunch, Lunch or Light Dinner
Ingredients
  • 1. The Grains: when you cook grains during the week for other dishes, always cook some extra to use for your healthy bowls later in the week. Favorite grains that can be made ahead of time are: farro, barley, quinoa, couscous, wheat berries and brown rice. Even leftover sticky rice can go on your healthy bowl.
  • 2. The Vegetables: go for raw leafy greens or cooked, seasonal vegetables. Kale, spinach, arugula, red or white cabbage, grated carrots, roasted broccoli or cauliflower, sautéed red peppers, and steamed sweet potatoes are all great options.
  • 3. The Protein: sunny-side up eggs cooked in extra virgin olive oil, poached eggs, cooked salmon, left over roasted chicken, or, simply a chunk of good cheese are a few options to consider.
  • 4. Fruit: choose some ripe seasonal fruit--some soft, some crunchy--for flavor and color interest. Sliced avocado is always a favorite for healthy bowls!
  • 5. Toppings/Garnishes: add a few seeds, toasted nuts, fresh herbs, sliced radishes or pomegranate seeds, to give depth and character to your bowl.
  • 6. Dressing: a great vinaigrette brings the whole dish together. Here is my simple Greek vinaigrette I use all the time:
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3-4 TBSP. red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp. dried Greek oregano
  • 1 med. clove of garlic, pressed
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. Choose your favorite healthy bowl components and place them in a bowl.
  2. Make the simple Greek vinaigrette.
  3. Drizzle everything with the dressing and enjoy!
Recipe by Marilena's Kitchen at https://marilenaskitchen.com/how-to-make-a-healthy-grain-bowl/