Introducing a delicious and nutritious Grain Bowl that will soon become a favorite. This dish is a quick and easy way to enjoy a balanced meal that is both satisfying and delicious. This bowl combines tender farro, crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, creamy avocado, crunchy chickpeas, and tangy feta. But the real star of the show is the amazing lemon-tahini dressing, which can be made ahead of time and used throughout the week. This means that assembling these Grain Bowls is a cinch, and you can enjoy a delicious and healthy meal in no time!
DRESSING: Combine all of the ingredients in a wide-mouth glass jar. Season to taste (I add 1/2 tsp fine sea salt & 1/4 tsp pepper). Add lid and shake vigorously until well combined. Taste and adjust to personal preference. Store in the fridge until ready to use, shaking to re-combine before using.
GRAINBOWL: Add cooked farro, diced cucumber, diced or halved tomatoes, drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced avocado and red onion, along with feta to a large bowl or plate. Drizzle on the dressing (to taste). Serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley. Sprinkle on additional salt/pepper as needed. Enjoy!
STORAGE: When storing this grain bowl, it's best to keep the components separate and then combine them right before eating. This way, the farro and dressing remain fresh and the veggies stay crisp.
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Note 1: Farro: Use whatever grain you like best -- brown rice, quinoa, bulgur, barley, etc. I like to cook up a big batch of farro at the beginning of the week, using my favorite way to cook farro (so easy!). If you make the farro and dressing at the beginning of the week, daily Grain Bowl assembly goes SO fast!Note 2: Dressing: If you want a change from tahini, try our tahini-free Greek Salad Dressing instead. This Lemon Vinaigrette is also a great option! The dressing included in this recipe makes enough for 4-6 Grain Bowls, depending on how much dressing you like. It stores well in the fridge for 5-7 days; give a good shake/stir before using.Note 3: Tahinipaste: If you're unfamiliar with tahini, it's a paste made from sesame seeds that has a rich, nutty flavor and delivers a lovely creaminess to the dressing. Not all tahini pastes are equal, so be sure to get a high-quality one. My personal favorite is Soom Foods® Sesame Tahini Paste. SO good!