Grain And Green Salad Meal With Spread Recipe

Name: Grain And Green Salad Meal With Spread
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Yield: 2
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: grain (e.g., buckwheat or wild rice mix): 150g; mixed salad greens (e.g., baby spinach, arugula, red leaf lettuce): 60g; spread/pate ingredients (e.g., chickpeas, lentils, nuts, tofu, oil, seasonings): 40g

grain (e.g., buckwheat or wild rice mix)mixed salad greens (e.g., baby spinach, arugula, red leaf lettuce)spread/pate ingredients (e.g., chickpeas, lentils, nuts, tofu, oil, seasonings)gluten free vegan vegetarian lunch dinner

This meal is a delightful combination of cooked grains, possibly buckwheat or a mixed grain pilaf, perfectly complemented by a fresh mixed green salad and a rich and flavorful spread or pate. This combination not only offers a range of textures and flavors but also a balanced nutritional profile suitable for a variety of dietary needs.

🌎 International: Entree

🔥 Calories 200kcal
🍗 Protein 9g
🍚 Carbs 45g
🧈 Fat 3g

🥗 Ingredients:

grain (e.g., buckwheat or wild rice mix) (150g)
mixed salad greens (e.g., baby spinach, arugula, red leaf lettuce) (60g)
spread/pate ingredients (e.g., chickpeas, lentils, nuts, tofu, oil, seasonings) (40g)

🍳 How to cook (2 servings):

Cooking Time: 30 minutesPreperation Time: 15 minutes

Cooked Grains

1. Rinse your choice of grains under cold water until the water runs clear. 2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the grains. Use a 2:1 ratio of water to grains. 3. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until the grains are tender and the water is absorbed. This typically takes about 15-30 minutes depending on the grain. 4. Once cooked, fluff the grains with a fork before serving.

Mixed Green Salad

1. Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and pat dry. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens with your choice of dressing. Toss well to ensure the greens are evenly coated. 3. Serve the salad fresh alongside or mixed with the cooked grains.

Spread or Pate

1. Choose a base for your spread or pate such as chickpeas, lentils, nuts, or tofu. 2. In a food processor, combine the base with a drizzle of oil and your choice of seasonings such as salt, pepper, and herbs. Blend until smooth. 3. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve the spread or pate alongside or atop the grains.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This meal offers a good balance of macros, featuring proteins from the grains and spread or pate, carbohydrates from the grains, and healthy fats from the spread or pate. The mixed green salad adds fiber and antioxidants for a nutritious addition.