Barley Mushroom Grain Bowl Recipe

Name: Barley Mushroom Grain Bowl
Prep time: 16 min
Cook time: 21 min
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 180 g quick-cooking pearl barley (1 cup); 700 ml low-sodium chicken broth (3 cups); 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breast (3 medium breasts); 2 g fine salt (1/4 tsp); 1 g black pepper (1/4 tsp); 15 ml olive oil (1 tbsp); 300 g cremini mushrooms (4 cups, sliced); 10 g garlic (2 cloves, minced); 150 g baby spinach (5 cups); 15 ml lemon juice (1 tbsp)

Prep: 16minCook: 21min4 servingsMedium367 cal / servingAmerican

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A delicious Barley Mushroom Grain Bowl packed with 34g of protein per serving and just 366 calories. This medium recipe is ready in 37 minutes and perfect for weight-loss.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked grain
300g protein of choice
1 cup roasted vegetables
1 avocado, sliced
2 tbsp sauce or dressing
Toppings: seeds, herbs

Instructions

Prepare all ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring as needed.
Heat oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the main protein until golden and cooked through, about 7 minutes.
Add aromatics (garlic, onion, ginger) and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
Season with spices, salt, and pepper to taste.
Combine with grain base and toss to mix.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.

Tips & Variations

Meal prep friendly: store in airtight containers for up to 4 days
Swap the protein for any alternative to match your dietary preferences
Add your favorite sauce for extra flavor
Adjust spice levels to your preference
Double the recipe for easy meal prep throughout the week

Nutrition Breakdown

Calories: 367 kcal

Protein: 34g

Fat: 7.6g

Carbs: 42.2g

Fiber: 8.5g

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