Pin It A vibrant, wholesome bowl featuring fluffy grains, crisp greens, and Mediterranean-inspired toppings. Perfect as a light meal or a nourishing side, this dish bursts with fresh flavors and color.
This Mediterranean Grain Bowl quickly became a family favorite because of its fresh ingredients and easy preparation.
Ingredients
- Grains: 1 cup quinoa (or farro, bulgur, or brown rice), 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
- Vegetables: 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, 1 cup cucumber diced, 1/2 red onion thinly sliced, 2 cups mixed greens (arugula spinach or romaine), 1/2 cup roasted red peppers sliced
- Toppings: 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved, 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled, 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Dressing: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 garlic clove minced, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Rinse the grains under cold water. In a medium saucepan combine grains and water (or broth). Bring to a boil reduce heat cover and simmer until tender (about 15 20 minutes for quinoa adjust for other grains). Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
- Step 2:
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl whisk together olive oil lemon juice garlic oregano salt and pepper.
- Step 3:
- Arrange the mixed greens in the base of four bowls. Top with cooked grains.
- Step 4:
- Add cherry tomatoes cucumber red onion and roasted red peppers over the grains.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle with olives feta cheese and toasted pine nuts.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle each bowl with the dressing just before serving.
- Step 7:
- Toss gently to combine or serve layered for a composed presentation.
Pin It Our family enjoys this bowl for its balance of fresh ingredients and easy customization to suit everyone’s tastes.
Notes
Swap pine nuts for toasted almonds or sunflower seeds if preferred. Pairs well with crisp Sauvignon Blanc or light rosé.
Required Tools
Medium saucepan Knife and cutting board Small mixing bowl Whisk Serving bowls
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (feta cheese) and tree nuts (pine nuts) Omit or substitute ingredients as needed Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Pin It This Mediterranean Grain Bowl is an easy go-to for fresh healthy eating any day of the week.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What grains can I use for this bowl?
Quinoa, farro, bulgur, or brown rice all work well. Choose based on preference and cooking time.
- → How is the dressing prepared?
The dressing is a simple mix of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper whisked together.
- → Can I make this dish vegan?
Yes, omit the feta cheese or substitute it with a plant-based alternative to keep it vegan-friendly.
- → What are good protein additions?
Grilled chicken or chickpeas can be added for extra protein to make the bowl more filling.
- → Are there potential allergens in this dish?
This bowl contains dairy from feta cheese and tree nuts from pine nuts. Adjust ingredients accordingly for allergies.