How To Make Grain Bowls || Cara Di Falco || Cara's Cucina

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat, while ricotta is often less expensive.

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Farro offers more fiber and nutrients, while brown rice is a budget-friendly option.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

Boil water in a pot and add quinoa; cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

Drain quinoa and let it cool.

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Chop zucchini and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.

Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet.

Roast vegetables for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly charred.

In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, and chickpeas.

Add chopped spinach and halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl.

Crumble feta cheese over the top.

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and lemon juice.

Season with minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.

Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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