Mediterranean Lentil & Chickpea Grain Bowls with Zesty Lemon Dressing
A vibrant, protein-rich grain bowl loaded with lentils, chickpeas, farro, and fresh veggies, all tossed in a bright lemon-mustard dressing with a Mediterranean twist.
- Prep20 min
- Total20 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings4
These grain bowls are a celebration of Mediterranean flavors and wholesome ingredients. They're perfect for a quick, nutritious lunch or dinner, and the vibrant dressing ties everything together beautifully.
Feel free to customize the bowls with whatever fresh vegetables you have on hand. The combination of hearty farro, earthy lentils, and creamy chickpeas makes each bite satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
Dressing
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- In a non-stick pan or skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add the sliced zucchini and sauté on both sides until tender. Remove zucchini with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain any excess oil. Season lightly with salt.
- Add the dressing ingredients to a mason jar. Close the lid tightly, and give it a good shake. Set aside for now (but shake again before using).
- Divide the cooked farro, lentils, and chickpeas equally among four dinner bowls (it’ll come to 1/2 cup of each per bowl). Add cooked zucchini, tomatoes, shallots, avocado slices, parsley, and kalamata olives. Season lightly with salt, pepper and more za’atar, if you like. Drizzle a bit of the dressing on top (about 2 tbsp per bowl). Finish with crumbled feta, if you like.
- Serve at room temperature or warm, if farro and pulses were just cooked. It’s best to mix the ingredients in each bowl to allow the dressing flavors to infuse. If you have a bit of dressing left, serve it alongside.
💡 Tips
- If using dried lentils, cook them according to package instructions until tender but not mushy.
- You can prep the components ahead and assemble the bowls just before serving.
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or tofu.
Inspired by a recipe from The Mediterranean Dish
