Custom boards and bowls let everyone craft their own meal with fresh proteins, grains, vegetables, and toppings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz grilled chicken breast, thinly sliced
02 - 14 oz marinated tofu, grilled or baked, cut into cubes
03 - 14 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
04 - 12 oz falafel balls
→ 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 medium red bell pepper, sliced
11 - 1 cup shredded carrots
12 - 1 cup cooked edamame
13 - 1 cup roasted sweet potato, diced
→ 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 freshly chopped parsley, cilantro, or mint
→ Dressings & Sauces
22 - Lemon-tahini dressing
23 - Olive oil and balsamic vinegar
24 - Soy-ginger vinaigrette
# Method Steps:
01 - Cook each protein option as preferred: grill, bake, or sauté chicken, tofu, shrimp, and falafel. Keep warm or serve at room temperature.
02 - Prepare jasmine rice and quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff grains with a fork. Chop romaine lettuce. Transfer all bases into separate large serving bowls.
03 - Thoroughly wash and chop all vegetables. Organize cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrots, edamame, and roasted sweet potato in individual bowls or on a platter.
04 - Place all toppings—including cheese, olives, onions, nuts, hummus, tzatziki, sauces, and fresh herbs—in small serving bowls.
05 - Arrange entire spread on a large table or counter, grouping each item by category for easy selection.
06 - Equip each ingredient group with appropriate serving utensils to ensure smooth self-service.
07 - Invite guests to assemble personalized bowls or plates, choosing a grain or lettuce base, layering proteins and vegetables, and finishing with toppings and dressings.
