Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

A vibrant, protein-rich bowl featuring fresh vegetables, herbs, and heart-healthy fats that perfectly captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine.

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Servings

4 Portions

Prep Time

30 Minutes

Meal Type

Lunch/Dinner

Ingredients

1 Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
2 While quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion.
3 In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
4 Once quinoa has cooled slightly, transfer to a large bowl. Add cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, chickpeas, olives, and parsley.
5 Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Crumble feta cheese on top just before serving.

320

Calories

12g

Protein

42g

Carbs

14g

Fat

7g

Fiber

Quinoa: Brown rice, farro, or couscous can be used as alternatives.
Feta cheese: For dairy-free or vegan diets, use plant-based feta or skip and add extra herbs.
Chickpeas: White beans, lentils, or edamame offer similar protein content.