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Warm Vegan Arugula & Grain Bowls

Warm Vegan Arugula & Grain Bowls

with Grape Tomatoes, Cashews & Sherry Vinaigrette

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on December 19, 2025

This vibrant vegan grain bowl layers nutty grains with peppery arugula, juicy grape tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and scallions. It’s topped with crunchy cashews and a bold sherry vinegar–red pepper vinaigrette for a warm, satisfying dish that’s fresh, flavorful, and full of texture in every bite.

Tags:
Vegan
Quick
Easy Prep
Dietitian-Approved
Calorie Smart
Veggie
Easy Cleanup
Sodium Smart
Allergens:
Tree Nuts

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time
Prep Time
DifficultyEasy
serving amount

2 ounce

Arugula

1 unit

Mini Cucumber

4 ounce

Grape Tomatoes

1 unit

Red Pepper Jam

2 unit

Scallions

1 ounce

Cashews

(Contains: Tree Nuts)

4 teaspoon

Dijon Mustard

1 unit

Microwavable Grain Blend

5 teaspoon

Sherry Vinegar

Not included in your delivery

teaspoon (tsp)

Salt

teaspoon (tsp)

Black Pepper

2 tablespoon (tbsp)

Olive Oil

/ per serving
Calories530 kcal
Fat25 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Carbohydrate64 g
Sugar14 g
Dietary Fiber5 g
Protein9 g
Sodium350 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Large Bowl
Whisk

Cooking Steps

Prep
1
  • Wash and dry produce.

  • Trim and thinly slice scallions. Trim and quarter cucumber lengthwise; thinly slice into quarter-moons. Halve tomatoes.

Make Dressing & Salad
2
  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, red pepper jam, 2 TBSP olive oil (4 TBSP for 4 servings), salt, and pepper until combined.

  • To bowl with dressing, add scallions, cucumber, and tomatoes; toss until evenly coated.

Warm Grains
3
  • Massage grain blend in package; partially open top. Microwave until warmed through, 1½-2 minutes. Transfer to bowl with veggies and toss until evenly coated.

  • Add arugula and cashews; toss until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper if desired.

Serve
4
  • Divide salad between bowls and serve.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Dec 2025
  • Flavor: Many enjoyed the delicious mix of textures and balanced flavors, though some found the dressing too vinegary or acidic.
  • Ease of prep: Customers praised how quick, easy, and filling this meal was to prepare, perfect for a nutritious dinner on busy nights.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding protein like chickpeas or shrimp; some preferred mixing arugula with milder greens like spinach for less bitterness.
  • Leftovers: The salad tastes even better after marinating a bit longer, making it great for meal prep or next-day lunches.
  • Additions: Try adding feta cheese, hummus, or a drizzle of honey to complement the existing flavors 🍯.
AI-generated from customer reviews

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