Trader Joe's-Style Harvest Grain Blend Bowl

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Add the wild rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes (wild rice needs a long cook and would stay crunchy if added with the quinoa).
2. Add the quinoa plus 1 more cup of water to the same pot, cover, and simmer another 15 minutes until both grains are tender and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
3. While grains cook, in a separate pot add lentils with 3 cups of water and a bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender; drain.
4. In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, wild rice, drained lentils, drained corn, red bell pepper, cucumber, onion, parsley, cilantro, and garlic.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, dried oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, and honey if using. Pour over the grain mixture and toss to combine thoroughly.
6. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh lime juice just before serving.
7. Enjoy this hearty and full-flavored bowl as a nutritious main course or side.