Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
Experience a burst of flavors with this vibrant Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl. Packed with fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, and a tangy lemon dressing, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy, satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. It’s versatile enough to serve as a light lunch, hearty dinner, or colorful party starter that your friends and family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup tri-color quinoa
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (parsley or mint), chopped to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, chop cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, slice onion, and chop bell peppers.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Once quinoa is slightly cooled, fluff with a fork in a large bowl. Fold in chopped vegetables, feta cheese, and herbs.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, cook quinoa in vegetable broth instead of water. Customize your bowl with proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas. Add olives or nuts for extra texture.