Guests combine fresh proteins, grains, veggies, and sauces for customizable boards and bowls at social meals.
# Ingredient List:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced
02 - 14 oz marinated tofu, grilled or baked, cubed
03 - 14 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
04 - 12 oz falafel balls, store-bought or homemade
→ Grains & Bases
05 - 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
06 - 4 cups cooked quinoa
07 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
→ Fresh Vegetables
08 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 medium cucumber, sliced
10 - 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
11 - 1 cup shredded carrots
12 - 1 cup cooked edamame
13 - 1 cup roasted sweet potato cubes
→ Toppings & Extras
14 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese or vegan alternative
15 - 1/2 cup sliced olives
16 - 1/2 cup pickled red onions
17 - 1/2 cup toasted nuts or seeds such as almonds or pumpkin seeds
18 - 1/2 cup hummus
19 - 1/2 cup tzatziki
20 - 1/2 cup sriracha mayo or spicy yogurt sauce
21 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or mint
→ Dressings & Sauces
22 - Lemon-tahini dressing
23 - Olive oil and balsamic vinegar
24 - Soy-ginger vinaigrette
# Steps:
01 - Cook chicken breast, tofu, shrimp, and falafel by grilling, baking, or sautéing as preferred. Keep proteins warm or allow them to reach room temperature for serving.
02 - Cook jasmine rice and quinoa according to package directions, then fluff with a fork. Chop romaine lettuce and arrange each item in separate serving bowls.
03 - Wash and chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrots, and cube the roasted sweet potatoes. Place each vegetable in individual bowls or on a large platter.
04 - Add feta cheese, olives, pickled red onions, toasted nuts or seeds, hummus, tzatziki, spicy sauce, and herbs into small serving bowls.
05 - Lay out all ingredients and sauces on a large table or kitchen counter, grouped by category for convenience.
06 - Place appropriate serving utensils with each component, including tongs and spoons as needed.
07 - Guests begin by choosing a base, then add proteins, vegetables, preferred toppings, and finish with dressings and fresh herbs to create personalized bowls or plates.
