Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked grains (quinoa, rice, or farro)
- 3 cups leafy greens (spinach, kale, or arugula)
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli or green beans, steamed
- 1/2 cup peas or edamame
- 1 cup cooked chicken, tofu, or chickpeas
- Green Goddess Dressing:
- 1 cup fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or cilantro)
- 1 clove garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/3 cup yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the grains according to package instructions and let them cool slightly.
- Arrange leafy greens in serving bowls.
- Add cooked grains, cucumber, avocado, steamed vegetables, and peas or edamame.
- Add your choice of protein such as chicken, tofu, or chickpeas.
- In a blender, combine herbs, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, yogurt or mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle the dressing over the bowls and toss lightly before serving.
Notes
- Use plant-based yogurt for a vegan version.
- Add roasted vegetables like zucchini or asparagus for extra flavor.
- Top with seeds or nuts for added crunch.
- Store dressing separately to keep ingredients fresh.
- Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg