Description
This specific creation is a wholesome, multi-layered meal inspired by modern Mediterranean fast-casual dining concepts. At its core, the Cava Harissa Halal Chicken Grain Bowl Salad is a deeply satisfying template designed to fuel your body with clean energy. It utilizes a base of slow-burning carbohydrates, a generous serving of high-quality protein, a colorful array of raw and pickled vegetables, and a variety of textures derived from cheeses, seeds, and dips.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Harissa Chicken
- 1½ lbs (680 g) halal boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Grain Bowl
- 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or farro
- 1 cup hummus
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup pickled red onions
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
Lemon Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken evenly with the marinade and let it rest for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 8 hours.
- Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into strips.
- Whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Divide the cooked grains among four serving bowls.
- Arrange the hummus, cucumber, tomatoes, carrots, pickled onions, feta, parsley, and seeds around the bowls.
- Top each bowl with sliced harissa chicken.
- Drizzle with the lemon dressing and serve immediately.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620 kcal
Keywords: Mediterranean Harissa Chicken Bowl, Halal Chicken Grain Salad