Warm Grain and Mushroom Bowl (Printable Version)

Hearty grains with golden mushrooms and fresh vegetables in a zesty dressing

# Ingredient List:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup farro or brown rice, quinoa, or barley
02 - 2 cups vegetable broth or water

→ Mushrooms

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 14 oz mixed mushrooms, sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables & Greens

08 - 1 cup baby spinach or kale, roughly chopped
09 - 1 medium carrot, julienned or grated
10 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

12 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
14 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
16 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Optional Toppings

17 - 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pumpkin seeds
18 - 2 oz crumbled feta or vegan cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - Rinse farro or grain of choice. In a medium saucepan, combine with vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or according to package instructions until tender. Drain any excess liquid.
02 - While grains cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 7-8 minutes until golden and tender.
03 - Add spinach or kale to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Remove from heat.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup or honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
05 - Divide cooked grains among four bowls. Top with sautéed mushrooms and greens, carrots, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing.
06 - Sprinkle with parsley and add optional toppings including walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or feta. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of nutty grains and golden mushrooms creates that perfect comfort food satisfaction without leaving you heavy
  • Everything comes together in one pan while the grains simmer, making it ideal for busy weeknights when you still want something nourishing
  • Each bowl feels like a complete meal, with textures that range from tender to crisp in every single spoonful
02 -
  • Different grains absorb liquid differently, so always check package directions and adjust your cooking time or liquid amount accordingly
  • Never crowd the pan when cooking mushrooms or they will steam instead of getting that gorgeous golden color we are after
  • The dressing tastes better if made at least 10 minutes ahead, giving the flavors time to mingle and develop
03 -
  • Cook a big batch of grains at the start of the week and this bowl comes together in under 15 minutes on busy nights
  • Get your pan nice and hot before adding the mushrooms, and do not be afraid to let them get deeply golden for maximum flavor

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