This recipe is a budget-friendly and healthy meal idea using some of the ingredients packed in our emergency food hampers that are distributed weekly by the Community Food Assistance Network.

Serves 4 | Preparation: Varies | Total: Varies | Difficulty level: Easy

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked grains (rice, quinoa, pasta, etc.)
• 2 cups chopped vegetables (raw or cooked)
• 2 cups cooked protein, chopped (chicken, beans, tofu, canned tuna, eggs, etc.)
• 1/4 cup topping (nuts, seeds, dried fruit, cheese, etc.) (optional)
• 1/4 – 1/2 cup sauce or dressing (salad dressing, salsa, etc.)

Instructions

1. Divide cooked grains evenly between four bowls.
2. Top each with 1/4 cup of vegetables and protein, 1–2 tablespoons of sauce, and 1 tablespoon of topping.

Mix and Match Grain Bowls Recipe Card

Recipe adapted from foodhero.org