Create your own Healthy Salad Bowls
Salad bowls are a delicious and healthy meal that can be tailored to fit any dietary preference. With some simple ingredients and a few steps, you can put together your own custom salad bowls.
Salad bowls are composed of two components: a base and a topping. First, you will need to choose your desired salad base, such as you favorite greens, brown rice, quinoa and soba noodles. Then add in your favorite salad toppings and crunchy garnishes to finish off the perfect salad bowl. There are endless combinations of flavors and textures, making salad bowls a popular and nutritious meal choice.
Recipe for a Mediterranean Salad Bowl
Ingredients:
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/3 cup black olives
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chickpeas
- 1/2 cup torn basil leaves
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Lemon basil vinaigrette
Instructions:
- Place the mixed greens on the bottom of the bowl.
- Spread the cooked quinoa evenly over the greens.
- Top with black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, chickpeas, torn basil leaves, feta cheese, and pine nuts.
- Drizzle with lemon basil vinaigrette.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
This Mediterranean Salad Bowl is a flavorful and nutritious meal that is perfect for any occasion. With so many nutritious components, you can rest assured that this meal is as good for you as it is delicious.
For an even heartier salad bowl, try adding in additional protein sources such as grilled chicken, salmon or chickpeas. You can also switch up the greens and use spinach, kale or romaine. No matter how you customize it, salad bowls are sure to please. Serve up your salad bowl with a slice of crusty bread, and enjoy the delicious and nutritious meal you created.
