Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl Recipe
Experience a burst of flavors with this Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl. Packed with vibrant vegetables, creamy feta, and zesty lemon dressing, this dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly nutritious. Perfect for meal prep or casual gatherings, it brings the essence of the Mediterranean straight to your table. Enjoy this delightful bowl chilled or at room temperature, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced cucumbers (firm)
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes (vibrant red)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (high-quality)
- 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (flat-leaf)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, wash and chop cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Set aside in separate bowls.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Once cooked quinoa is slightly cooled, fluff with a fork in a large mixing bowl. Add cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, feta cheese, olives, and parsley.
- Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well combined. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg