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Mediterranean Bowl

Mediterranean Bowl Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the base:
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
For the chickpeas:
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the vegetables:
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion diced
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
For the dressing:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings:
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup hummus
  • Fresh parsley or dill chopped

Method
 

Cook the quinoa:
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil.
  3. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
  4. Remove from heat, let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Stir in olive oil and a pinch of salt.
Prepare the chickpeas:
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown, stirring halfway through.
Prepare the dressing:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Mediterranean bowls:
  1. Divide the cooked quinoa among bowls.
  2. Top each bowl with a portion of roasted chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
  3. Drizzle with the prepared dressing.
  4. Add optional toppings like avocado slices, hummus, and fresh parsley or dill if desired.

Notes

This Mediterranean Bowl is a healthy and flavorful meal, perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner. Adjust the ingredients and quantities to your preference and enjoy!