Description
A vibrant and healthy Homemade Cava Bowl featuring grilled lemon chicken, fresh vegetables, creamy hummus and tzatziki, and a base of warm white rice, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- Handful fresh cilantro, chopped
Protein
- 1 grilled lemon chicken breast (seasoned with salt, pepper, lemon juice)
Vegetables
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, chopped
Dairy & Sauces
- â…“ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup hummus
- ¼ cup tzatziki sauce
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill the Chicken: Marinate the chicken breast with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Grill the chicken until it is golden brown and juicy throughout. Once cooked, slice the chicken thinly.
- Prep the Base: In each bowl, add the warm cooked white rice and sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over it to add a bright herbal flavor.
- Add Veggies: Top the rice with halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and chopped red onion to add freshness and crunch.
- Layer the Flavor: Arrange the sliced grilled chicken on top, then add spoonfuls of creamy hummus and tangy tzatziki sauce. Crumble the feta cheese evenly over the bowl.
- Finish Fresh: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the bowls, season with extra salt and pepper to taste, and finish with a drizzle of tzatziki sauce for added creaminess and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute grilled chicken with grilled tofu or falafel for a vegetarian option.
- Use brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice for extra fiber and nutrients.
- Adjust the amount of hummus and tzatziki depending on your preference for creaminess.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes if time allows for more flavor.
- Serve the bowls warm for best taste.
