Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this nutritious Quinoa Bowl, perfect for lunch or dinner. This dish features protein-rich quinoa, crispy roasted chickpeas, and a colorful array of fresh vegetables—all drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing and creamy tzatziki sauce. Not only is it satisfying and wholesome, but it’s also versatile enough for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Customize it with your favorite seasonal veggies or proteins to create a unique bowl that suits your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- ⅔ cup dry quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 4 cups spinach or arugula
- 1 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup kalamata olives
- Lemon vinaigrette and tzatziki sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse quinoa and cook in a saucepan with water; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff and cool.
- Toss chickpeas with olive oil and spices; spread on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
- Assemble bowls: layer quinoa, greens, veggies, feta, olives, hummus, and top with roasted chickpeas.
- Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette and tzatziki sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 579
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 882mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 78g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 25mg