Mediterranean Grain Bowl

This Mediterranean grain bowl is a delicious Panera copycat recipe. They make the perfect lunch or dinner, plus they're packed with nutrients to keep you full and satisfied!

Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl

This copycat Panera mediterranean grain bowl is so good and makes a nutritious lunch or dinner! It starts with a base of arugula and spinach, then quinoa and brown rice, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, salty kalamata olives, creamy homemade hummus (get the best recipe here!), tangy low-fat feta cheese and Greek yogurt, and a delicious lemon tahini dressing! I love adding a protein like chicken, salmon, shrimp, or tofu to the bowl to make a balanced meal.

Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

Flavors like arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, feta cheese, homemade hummus, Greek yogurt, lemon and more make this Mediterranean quinoa bowl absolutely delicious and healthy.

The flavors are so fresh and come together so well, making this Mediterranean grain bowl a fantastic meal prep recipe! Make the hummus and dressing, chop the veggies, and prep the grains ahead of time to easy assembly for a quick weeknight dinner or lunch!

Ingredient Highlights

• Greens - I love using a mix of arugula and spinach but any sort of mixed green would go great here. Leafy greens are packed with nutrients like vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants.
• Quinoa & brown rice - these are both whole grains, meaning they have more fiber than more processed/refined grains. The nuttiness of both give this grain bowl a great flavor and texture.
• Produce - cucumbers and tomatoes are classic Mediterranean ingredients. They give the bowl a nice crunch!
• Olives - kalamata olives are perfect for this recipe but you can omit if you don't like olives or sub for your favorite kind! Olives a great source of unsaturated fats.
• Low-fat plain Greek yogurt - rich in high quality protein and probiotics, plain Greek yogurt is a great addition to this recipe. It adds a tangy creaminess that compliments the other flavors and textures so well!
• Low-fat feta cheese - similar to the yogurt, feta gives a tangy, creamy feel to the bowl. I always recommend using a reduced fat version to cut down on the saturated fat!
• Hummus - homemade hummus is 10x better than store bought, in my opinion. It's soo much creamier and delicious! I love this recipe because it's easy and comes together in less than 10 minutes.
• Lemon tahini dressing - the dressing is the finisher that brings the bowl together. The sauce is really what makes a recipe like this come together and this lemon tahini dressing does not disappoint! Making a dressing at home can be much more nutritious than buying one at the store because it uses fresher ingredients and contains less preservatives and added sugars.

How to Make a Mediterranean Grain Bowl

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