Interactive Plated Meals Boards (Print)
A colorful spread lets guests mix proteins, grains, and veggies for delicious personalized plates or bowls.
# Ingredients:
→ 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 cucumber, sliced
10 - 1 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 mayo or spicy yogurt sauce
21 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint)
→ Dressings & Sauces
22 - Lemon-tahini dressing
23 - Olive oil and balsamic vinegar
24 - Soy-ginger vinaigrette
# Directions:
01 - Grill, bake, or sauté chicken, tofu, shrimp, and falafel according to preference. Arrange in serving bowls and keep warm or at room temperature.
02 - Cook jasmine rice and quinoa as directed. Fluff grains with a fork and transfer to separate bowls. Chop romaine lettuce and place in a large bowl.
03 - Wash all fresh vegetables. Halve cherry tomatoes, slice cucumber and red bell pepper, shred carrots. Cook edamame and roast sweet potato cubes if not already prepared.
04 - Place feta or vegan cheese, olives, pickled onions, toasted nuts or seeds, hummus, tzatziki, sriracha mayo or spicy yogurt sauce, and chopped fresh herbs each into individual small bowls.
05 - Arrange all prepared ingredients and sauces on a large serving table or counter, keeping items grouped by category for optimal flow.
06 - Equip each bowl and platter with appropriate serving utensils such as tongs and spoons.
07 - Invite guests to begin with a grain or lettuce base, then customize with preferred proteins, fresh vegetables, toppings, and finish with dressings and herbs.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Highly customizable for any dietary need
- Interactive & perfect for entertaining
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- Check all sauces, falafel & toppings for potential allergens & gluten
- Provide labeled serving utensils to avoid cross-contamination
03 -
- Prep all ingredients ahead for a stress-free setup
- Offer a variety of dressings & herbs to encourage flavor creativity