A delicious and healthy Mediterranean-inspired quinoa bowl packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
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Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
Description
A delicious and healthy Mediterranean-inspired quinoa bowl packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cupquinoa, rinsed
- 2 cupswater
- 1can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1cucumber, diced
- 1bell pepper, diced
- ½ cupfeta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 tablespoonstahini
- Juice of1lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, and feta.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa bowl and toss to combine.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like tomatoes or olives for extra flavor.
This dish can be served warm or cold.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 12g
