Interactive Plated Meals Boards Bowls (Printable Version)

Create inviting boards and bowls. Mix, match, and personalize with fresh proteins, veggies, grains, and vibrant dressings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 14 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced
02 - 14 oz marinated tofu, grilled or baked, cubed
03 - 14 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
04 - 12 oz falafel balls, store-bought or homemade

→ Grains & Bases

05 - 4 cups cooked jasmine rice
06 - 4 cups cooked quinoa
07 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped

→ Fresh Vegetables

08 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 medium cucumber, sliced
10 - 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
11 - 1 cup shredded carrots
12 - 1 cup cooked edamame
13 - 1 cup roasted sweet potato cubes

→ Toppings & Extras

14 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese or vegan alternative
15 - 1/2 cup sliced olives
16 - 1/2 cup pickled red onions
17 - 1/2 cup toasted nuts or seeds such as almonds or pumpkin seeds
18 - 1/2 cup hummus
19 - 1/2 cup tzatziki
20 - 1/2 cup sriracha mayonnaise or spicy yogurt sauce
21 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or mint

→ Dressings & Sauces

22 - Lemon-tahini dressing
23 - Olive oil and balsamic vinegar
24 - Soy-ginger vinaigrette

# Directions:

01 - Cook and prepare chicken, tofu, shrimp, and falafel using the preferred method (grill, bake, or sauté). Maintain items warm or at room temperature until serving.
02 - Cook jasmine rice and quinoa as directed. Fluff grains with a fork and transfer each grain and chopped romaine lettuce into separate serving bowls.
03 - Rinse, chop, and prepare all vegetables. Arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, carrots, edamame, and sweet potatoes in individual bowls or onto a large platter.
04 - Place feta cheese, olives, pickled onions, nuts or seeds, hummus, tzatziki, spicy sauces, and fresh herbs in small serving bowls.
05 - Arrange all components on a large table or counter, grouping by category to ease assembly.
06 - Place appropriate serving utensils, tongs, and spoons with each bowl or platter.
07 - Guests customize their plates or bowls by choosing a base, then layering proteins, vegetables, toppings, and finishing with desired dressings and fresh herbs.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Customizable boards and bowls for any diet preference
  • Perfect for entertaining and interactive gatherings
02 -
  • Offer vegan and gluten-free options by checking labels and substituting as needed
  • Organize ingredients by category to make serving intuitive for guests
03 -
  • Prep ingredients ahead and refrigerate until serving for stress-free hosting
  • Label bowls clearly so guests with allergies can select safely
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