Description
Indulge in a vibrant Mediterranean bowl that bursts with flavor and freshness. This dish combines fluffy quinoa with crisp vegetables, creamy feta, and zesty lemon dressing, creating a delightful meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes).
- While quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, and sliced red onion; toss well.
- Add rinsed chickpeas to the mixture.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper before tossing again.
- Top with crumbled feta and chopped herbs; mix gently.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Swap quinoa for couscous or farro for a different texture. - Add seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for variety. - Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to three days.