Ancient Grains Bowl Delight (Printable)

A nourishing ancient grains bowl with chickpeas and fresh vegetables.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1/2 cup farro, rinsed
02 - 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
03 - 3 cups water or vegetable broth
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Legumes

05 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Vegetables & Greens

06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
08 - 1 cup baby spinach or kale, chopped
09 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1 avocado, sliced

→ Dressing

11 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
12 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon tahini
14 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
15 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
16 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

17 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
18 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta (omit for vegan)
19 - Toasted seeds (pumpkin, sunflower)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine farro, quinoa, water or broth, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until grains are tender. Drain any excess liquid.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, maple syrup or honey, salt, and pepper until creamy.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked grains, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, spinach or kale, and red onion. Drizzle with the dressing and toss well to coat.
04 - Divide the grain mixture among 4 bowls. Top each with avocado slices and optional garnishes such as parsley, feta, and toasted seeds.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill bowls in the refrigerator for a refreshing cold meal.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Hearty, wholesome bowl packed with plant-based protein and a rainbow of vegetables.
  • Quick and easy to prepare—ideal for meal prep or a nourishing weeknight dinner.
  • Versatile: enjoy warm or cold, and fully customizable for your favorite seasonal add-ins.
  • Satisfying textures from ancient grains and creamy, zesty lemon-tahini dressing.
  • Vegan, high-protein, and can be easily made gluten-free or dairy-free.
02 -
  • Wenn es schnell gehen soll, bereite die Körner und das Dressing einen Tag im Voraus zu.
  • Die Bowl eignet sich wunderbar zum Mitnehmen – Dressing separat aufbewahren und vor dem Essen hinzufügen.
  • Für extra Protein: ergänze etwas Hummus oder geröstete Kichererbsen als Topping.
  • Immer Zutaten auf Allergene überprüfen, insbesondere bei glutenfreien oder veganen Wünschen.
  • In einer luftdichten Dose sind die Komponenten dieser Bowl bis zu 3 Tage im Kühlschrank haltbar.
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