Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these delightful veggie bowls. Packed with fresh vegetables, protein-rich quinoa, and a zesty dressing, this dish is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it as a light lunch, a quick dinner, or an impressive addition to your next gathering. Customize it with your favorite seasonal ingredients for a nutritious meal that satisfies both the palate and the eye.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced (preferably Persian)
- 1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange), diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine it in a saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa with chopped veggies. Add olives and feta cheese; toss gently.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper. Mix well until evenly coated.
- Fold in chopped herbs for an aromatic finish.
- Serve in individual dishes or on a large platter; garnish with extra feta and herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg