Greens and Grains Recipe

This greens and grains recipe is a great addition to any family meal and is the perfect potluck dish to bring to the party. It also makes a great offering for all the vegetarians in your life.

I found a really good frozen meal that I love eating for lunch or a light dinner. It's a power bowl from Healthy Choice called Adobo Chicken. It's so good! I decided to try and make something similar without chicken for a healthy greens and grains side dish.

I made a similar power grain bowl dish in the past, but this is more of a family or party side dish. Perfect for the holidays or a potluck dinner. However, it would make a great meal on its own. Feel free to add some chicken or other protein to the dish if you'd like.

More Greens & Grains Recipes: Beans and Greens.....Seed Crackers.....Dense Bean Salad.....Southwest Quinoa Salad

Green and Grains Power Recipe

The original recipe definitely has a bit of a kick to it, so I knew I needed to make a spicy sauce or dressing for the greens and grains. The original uses spicy guajillo chili; however, I used a hot paprika and cumin, combined with a bit of tomato paste and a few other ingredients for a great southwest taste.

Variations on the Greens and Grains Recipes

Type of Healthy Greens to Use in this Power Bowl

• Kale
• Spinach
• Collard Greens
• Cabbage
• Dandelion greens
• Beet tops
• Swiss Chard

Types of Grains to Use in the Power Bowl

• Brown Rice
• Quinoa
• Barley
• Couscous
• Farro
• Amaranth

Other Ingredient Options

• Switch up the beans. Use black beans, chickpeas, or great northern beans
• Instead of pumpkin kernels, try sunflower seed kernels
• Add roasted corn, carrot sticks, peppers, or tomatoes to the mix
• Add some chopped fresh herbs

It's a fresh, healthy, and delicious side dish that everyone can feel good about eating. And, it's versatile enough to make it just the way you like.