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Quick Easy Salad Bowls: Delicious Recipes for Healthy Meals

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This colorful salad bowl features a mix of fresh greens, vibrant vegetables, protein-packed chickpeas, and a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Ideal for a light meal, it’s easily customizable and perfect for meal prep!

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and romaine).
  2. Add the cooked quinoa or brown rice to the greens.
  3. Toss in the chickpeas.
  4. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
  5. Dice the cucumber and bell pepper, then add them to the salad.
  6. Slice the avocado just before serving and fan it out on top of the salad.
  7. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mix.
  8. In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
  9. Whisk or shake until well combined and emulsified.
  10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  11. In individual serving bowls, layer the mixed greens and quinoa or rice mixture as the base.
  12. Artfully arrange the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado on top.
  13. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top if using.
  14. Add sliced red onion and chopped parsley for flavor.
  15. Drizzle the dressing over each salad bowl just before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
  • For a spicier kick, consider adding roasted chickpeas seasoned with spices.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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