Description
A healthy and flavorful Mediterranean quinoa bowl packed with fresh vegetables and protein-rich quinoa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, olives, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add quinoa to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over it. Toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
- This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the vegetables based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl, healthy salad, quinoa recipe