Winter Citrus and Pomegranate Grain Bowl
Brighten your winter meals with this vibrant Winter Citrus and Pomegranate Grain Bowl. Featuring fluffy quinoa, refreshing citrus fruits, and crunchy pomegranate seeds, this dish is a delightful explosion of flavors and colors. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for impressing guests or simply treating yourself.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 oranges (or other winter citrus fruits)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until all water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- While quinoa cooks, wash baby spinach thoroughly; if using kale, remove tough stems and chop.
- Peel oranges and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, greens, citrus pieces, and pomegranate seeds; toss gently.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; toss until evenly coated.
- Serve in bowls topped with crumbled feta cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (375g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg