Description
Mediterranean Veggie Bowls are a vibrant and nourishing dish that brings together a medley of colorful vegetables, hearty quinoa, and flavorful dressings. Perfect for meal prep or casual gatherings, these bowls are not just food; they are a celebration of freshness and zest. Each bite delivers an explosion of taste, making them an ideal choice for any occasion. Customize with your favorite veggies or proteins to create a dish that suits your palate and lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup olives (Kalamata or green), pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While the quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables: dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and chop red bell pepper and onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Once quinoa is cooked, let it cool slightly before fluffing with a fork. Combine quinoa with chickpeas and prepared vegetables in a large bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well combined. Add olives and feta cheese on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg