Lemon Herb Mediterranean Bowl
A refreshing grain bowl with cucumber, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a bright lemon vinaigrette.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
2
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 3 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives(optional)
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 can Chickpeas
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the quinoa and cook in 2 cups of water until fluffy, about 15 minutes.
- 2
While quinoa cooks, dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the parsley.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- 4
Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- 5
In large serving bowls, layer the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumbers, and tomatoes.
- 6
Top with olives, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
- 7
Drizzle the lemon herb dressing over the bowls and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
480
kcal
Protein
16
g
Carbs
62
g
Fat
22
g
Fiber
11
g
Sugar
4
g
Sodium
650
mg
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