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Homemade Mediterranean Bowl with fresh vegetables and grains

Homemade Mediterranean Bowl

Enjoy a fresh and vibrant homemade Mediterranean bowl, packed with wholesome ingredients like quinoa, crisp vegetables, chickpeas, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. This recipe is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 1 cup Quinoa uncooked
  • 1/2 Cucumber diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 Chickpeas can (15 oz), rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 Bell Pepper any color, diced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Lemon-Herb Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 Garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Prepare the Quinoa
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa thoroughly under cold water. Combine quinoa with 2 cups of water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, rinsed chickpeas, diced bell pepper, and fresh parsley.
  2. Pour the prepared lemon-herb dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture, then toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Divide the Mediterranean mixture into two serving bowls and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to customize your bowl with additional toppings like olives, feta cheese, or grilled chicken for extra flavor and protein.