Green Goddess Grain Bowl with Winter Greens & Cashew Dressing
Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN
In this Green Goddess Grain Bowl with Winter Greens & Cashew Dressing recipe you will get greens, grains, nutritious vegetables, a zesty dressing, and a plant-based protein.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 478 kcal
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups cooked grains one or more combination of grains such as quinoa, rice, sorgum, farro, etc
- 1 cup cucumbers, sliced into half moons
- 1 watermelon radish, cut into matchstick sized bites or 4 small-medium sized radishes sliced
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or basil
- 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
- 4 green onions, chopped
Cashew Dressing
- ½ cup cashews
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- ¼ cup parsley
- ¼ cup cilantro or basil
- 2 tbsp chives or green onion
- 1 tbsp tarragon optional but gives the classic green goddess flavor
Prepare Cashew Dressing
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add more water for a thinner dressing or extra cashews for a thicker consistency. Adjust seasoning if needed. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Assemble The Bowls
Divide cooked grains among four bowls. Top with greens, fresh herbs, green onions, bell pepper, and watermelon radish.
Pour the creamy cashew dressing over each bowl, toss lightly, and enjoy immediately.
Calories: 478kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 17gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 62mgPotassium: 1051mgFiber: 9gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2823IUVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 7mg