Description
Indulge in a vibrant Healthy Mediterranean Bowl, where crunchy fresh veggies collide with the creamy tang of feta cheese, all resting on a bed of fluffy quinoa. This dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal option for any meal. Quick to prepare and fully customizable to fit dietary preferences, this colorful bowl promises a delightful culinary experience that will transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions (combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water; bring to boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy).
- While quinoa cooks, chop cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely dice red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa with chopped veggies, feta cheese, and olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano until well blended.
- Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Serve in bowls or on a platter for family-style dining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg