Description
A vibrant and nutritious Mediterranean Quinoa Power Bowl packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fresh vegetables, olives, and tangy feta cheese, tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 avocado, sliced
- 1 boiled egg
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a fresh and flavorful dressing.
- Combine Main Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cooked quinoa, rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and halved Kalamata olives. Gently toss these together to mix evenly.
- Add Dressing and Toss: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- Top with Feta and Optional Ingredients: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the bowl. Add optional toppings such as sliced avocado or a boiled egg if desired for extra creaminess and protein.
- Serve or Store: Serve the Mediterranean Quinoa Power Bowl immediately for the best freshness, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days for convenient meal prep.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, use marinated feta cheese or drizzle a bit of balsamic glaze over the bowl before serving.
- You can easily substitute chickpeas with grilled chicken to increase protein content or reduce carbohydrates.
- This bowl holds well for meal prep and can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
