Description
This Mediterranean Quinoa and Chickpea Bowl is a healthy, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for lunch. It’s filled with fresh vegetables, quinoa, and chickpeas, all drizzled with a tangy lemon dressing.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, usually about 15 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and chickpeas.
4. Add the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
7. Top with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Notes
This bowl can be served warm or cold.
Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins as desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: quinoa, chickpeas, salad, healthy, lunch