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Mediterranean Grain Bowls

Mediterranean Grain Bowls

Author: Stephanie Kay

Inspired by Panera’s restaurant menu, these Mediterranean grain bowls are filled with warm grains, hummus, Greek yogurt, feta cheese, and grilled chicken to create a hearty and healthy meal.

  • Author: Stephanie Kay
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 bowls 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
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Ingredients

Bowls:

Dressing:

Instructions

  1. In a small pot or saucepan, combine the brown rice, 1 cup of water, zest and juice of one lime and ground coriander. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 25 minutes.
  2. After 25 minutes, add quinoa and remaining 1/2 cup of water, stir to combine with the brown rice, cover, and continue to cook on low for 15 minutes or until rice and quinoa are cooked and can be fluffed with a fork.
  3. While the rice and quinoa are cooking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, add the tahini, lemon juice, a pinch of salt and whisk to combine. Add a splash of water to thin the dressing as needed, you want it to be creamy, but not too thick.
  4. Once the rice and quinoa are cooked, remove from the heat and begin to assemble the bowls.
  5. Split the rice and rice mixture evenly across two bowls, layer with arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber and olives, and then top each bowl with grilled chicken (optional), a dollop of hummus, Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of feta and a drizzle of dressing.
  6. These bowls can be served immediately or stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. If making them ahead of time, it is best to add the hummus, yogurt and dressing when you are ready to serve to ensure the ingredients do not get soggy.

Nutrition

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