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Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl Perfect for Quick Weeknight Dinners

This Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl is a vibrant, nourishing, and customizable dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for roasting
For the Veggies
  • 2 medium Persian cucumbers
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 medium avocados add just before serving
For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can cooked chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper to taste
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup pickled red onions
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (mint and/or parsley)
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup garlic yogurt sauce or tahini for vegan option

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • large bowl or meal prep container

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water, combine with 2 cups of water or broth in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover, simmer for 15 minutes, then let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Drain and rinse 1 can of chickpeas, pat dry. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp cumin, salt, and cayenne. Spread on baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Assemble the bowl starting with quinoa, top with smoky chickpeas, Persian cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and avocado. Add avocado just before serving.
  4. Finish with pickled red onions, fresh herbs, Aleppo pepper, and garlic yogurt sauce on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store components separately for fresh assembly. Enjoy customizing with your choice of vegetables or proteins.

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