Mediterranean Ancient Grain Bowl

Servings: 2-3
Total Time: 25-30 min

Recipe Details and Method

Bowl Ingredients

1½ cups Arbutus Ancient Grains
1 cup Arbutus Greek Dill Garbanzo
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup kalamata olives, chopped
½ cup pickled red onions
¾ cup diced cucumbers
¾ cup diced red peppers
¼–½ cup feta cheese, crumbled

Protein (Choose One)

Pan-Seared Salmon

2 salmon fillets
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper
½ tsp dried oregano
Lemon wedges (optional)

– OR –

Roasted Chicken Breast

2 chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper
½ tsp dried oregano

Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette

¼ cup olive oil
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste

Prepare the Protein

Salmon:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and oregano. Sear skin-side down (if applicable) for 4–5 minutes, flip, and cook another 2–3 minutes until just cooked through. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.

– OR –

Chicken:
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Rub chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Roast for 18–22 minutes, until cooked through. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

Make the Vinaigrette

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Assemble the Bowl

Divide ancient grains between bowls.
Top with dill chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, olives, pickled red onions, cucumbers, and red peppers.
Add salmon or sliced chicken.
Drizzle generously with lemon oregano vinaigrette.
Finish with crumbled feta cheese.

Optional Enhancements