Zesty Mediterranean Chickpea & Quinoa Bowl
This vibrant and healthy bowl features fluffy quinoa, protein-packed chickpeas, and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon-herb dressing. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Equipment
- Medium bowl
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa
- 1 15-ounce can Canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon Black pepper or to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Assembly
- Pour the prepared dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture, then toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Stir in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
- Taste the bowl and adjust seasonings as needed; serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
This bowl is highly customizable; feel free to add other Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like Kalamata olives, bell peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes. For a heartier meal, you can add grilled chicken or fish. It's also great for meal prep, as it holds up well in the refrigerator for a few days.