Tomato Cucumber Grain Bowl
Looking for a healthy lunch that travels well? This grain bowl layers quinoa with tomatoes, cucumber, and lettuce from your Organic Large Mixed Produce Box, plus feta and a lemon dressing.
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice
- 2 cups water or stock
- 400g tomatoes, diced
- 1 Lebanese cucumber, diced
- 1 lettuce, leaves torn
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 100g organic feta, crumbled
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
- Fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or basil), chopped
Lemon Herb Dressing:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Protein:
- 400g organic chicken breast, grilled and sliced
- Or 1 tin chickpeas, drained
Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Combine with water or stock in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. While the quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables. Dice the tomatoes and cucumber. Tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion. Make the dressing. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small jar until combined. If using organic chicken, grill or pan fry until cooked through. Slice into strips. If using chickpeas, just drain and rinse them. Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 3 minutes until they start to pop. Set aside. Divide the cooked quinoa between 4 bowls as the base. Arrange the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in sections on top of the grain. Add sliced chicken or chickpeas if using. Crumble organic feta over everything. Drizzle generously with the dressing. Scatter with toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs.
Storage Tips:
Meal Prep Friendly: Store components separately and assemble fresh bowls throughout the week. Refrigerator: Cooked quinoa keeps for 5 days. Chopped vegetables last 2-3 days. Dressing: Make a double batch and store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Variations:
Mediterranean Style: Add olives, capers, and roasted capsicum. Mexican Twist: Add black beans, corn, and avocado with a lime dressing. Warm Bowl: Add roasted sweet potato or pumpkin for winter. Add Avocado: Sliced avocado adds creaminess and good fats.
Serving Suggestions:
Perfect for packed lunches. Serve with warm pita bread and hummus for a Mediterranean feel. Add grilled organic chicken on top for hungrier appetites or after workouts.
Fresh organic tomatoes, cucumber, and lettuce from your Organic Large Mixed Produce Box make every bowl colourful and satisfying. Get organic food delivery to your Adelaide home for healthy meals you'll actually look forward to eating.