Greens and Grains Bowl
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Greens and Grains Bowl
Description
The recipe begins with olive oil heating in a skillet, where aromatic ingredients like onion, garlic, and ginger are sautéed until soft and fragrant. Carrots and mushrooms are then added, further cooking to develop their flavors. Coconut aminos provide a mild, slightly sweet and salty seasoning that complements the vegetables. Kale is added in batches, wilting down as it cooks, providing a tender yet still hearty texture.
Finally, cooked rice is incorporated and warmed through, making the bowl a satisfying grain and vegetable combination. The flavors meld during the brief cooking, offering a balanced texture from the soft vegetables and tender greens alongside the rice. It can be served with a pinch of crushed red pepper or sriracha for those wanting a mild spicy kick.
This recipe is flexible with rice choice and utilizes common fresh ingredients. The use of coconut aminos provides a distinct seasoning alternative to soy sauce, contributing to the overall umami and slightly sweet profile of the dish.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ red onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoon ginger minced, fresh
- 3 carrot peeled and chopped into small pieces
- 4 oz mushrooms chopped (I used maitake, fresh
- 12 oz kale about 6 cups, chopped, bag
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 1 .5 oz rice I used Spanish style, pouched package
- crushed red pepper for serving, or sriracha
Instructions
- Add oil to a large skillet. Add onion, garlic and ginger and cook for 5 minutes or until onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Add the carrots and mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes. Add coconut aminos and toss.
- Add kale to the skillet in batches until it wilts down. Add in rice and toss together, until it’s warm throughout, about 3-4 minutes. Taste, season with salt and pepper if needed and serve. I like it with sriracha.
Notes
- Any type of pouched rice can be used to suit taste and convenience.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper after cooking for preferred flavor balance.
- Sriracha or crushed red pepper add complimentary heat but are optional.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 266 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 266kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Sodium | 447mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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