Description
Experience the vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients of a Mediterranean bowl that transforms simple meals into a culinary celebration. This delightful dish combines fluffy quinoa, crisp veggies, creamy feta, and zesty lemon dressing for a wholesome meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Customize it to your taste and enjoy every colorful bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes).
- While quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and slice red onion.
- Pit and slice Kalamata olives. Crumble feta cheese over chopped veggies.
- Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine quinoa with veggies and olives. Drizzle dressing over top and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Substitute quinoa with couscous or chickpeas for variety. Enhance flavors by adding seasonal vegetables or extra herbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.