Description
Create a vibrant Cranberry Feta Grain Bowl perfect for festive meal prepping. This recipe brings together bright flavors and textures for a satisfying lunch you will look forward to eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or farro
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup mixed greens (spinach or arugula)
- For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook your grain (quinoa or farro) according to package directions. Let it cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup for the dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled grain, dried cranberries, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped nuts.
- Add the mixed greens and parsley to the bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture.
- Toss everything gently until the ingredients are evenly coated.
- Divide the bowl mixture into your meal prep containers.
- Store sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Notes
- You can toast the nuts lightly before adding them for extra depth of flavor.
- If you are prepping for the week, keep the dressing separate until serving time to prevent the greens from wilting.
- Feel free to substitute goat cheese for feta if you prefer a different tang.
- Add a cooked protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 420
- Sugar: Approx. 12g
- Sodium: Approx. 450mg
- Fat: Approx. 25g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 40g
- Fiber: Approx. 5g
- Protein: Approx. 12g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 20mg