Wholesome bowl featuring grains, crisp greens, and bold Mediterranean-inspired toppings full of fresh flavors.
# What You Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup quinoa (or farro, bulgur, or brown rice)
02 - 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
05 - ½ red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 2 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
07 - ½ cup roasted red peppers, sliced
→ Toppings
08 - ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
09 - ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
10 - ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
→ Dressing
11 - ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
12 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
13 - 1 garlic clove, minced
14 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
15 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - Rinse the grains under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine grains and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until tender (about 15 to 20 minutes for quinoa; adjust timing for other grains). Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Distribute mixed greens evenly among four serving bowls, creating a fresh base layer.
04 - Spoon the cooked grains over the mixed greens, then add cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and roasted red peppers evenly on top.
05 - Sprinkle each bowl with Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pine nuts to enhance texture and flavor.
06 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over each bowl immediately before serving. Toss gently if desired, or present layered for a composed appearance.
