Example of using building blocks

Cooking chickpeas in large batches and marinating them with olive oil, vinegar and garlic, then using them over the course of a week.

• Monday might be chickpeas with cooked farro, shredded raw and pickled carrots, parsley and hard-boiled eggs.
• On Wednesday, combine them with cucumbers, red onions and fresh dill served with sliced lamb.
• On Friday, scoop them over marinated kale, topped with olives, tomatoes and crumbled feta.