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Mediterranean Bowl Recipe: A Colorful, Nutritious Delight

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A colorful and nourishing Mediterranean Bowl packed with quinoa, chickpeas, fresh veggies, feta, and olives a perfect balance of flavor and health.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Grilled chicken or tofu for additional protein
  • Optional: Avocado slices for creaminess
  • Optional: Fresh herbs like parsley or mint for garnish
  • Optional: Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove bitterness.
  2. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy and water is absorbed.
  4. While quinoa cooks, prepare vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, chop red bell pepper, and slice olives.
  5. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool slightly.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, spinach, olives, and feta.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  8. Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss gently.
  9. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  10. Serve immediately or chill for an hour to deepen flavors.

Notes

To enhance flavor, roast chickpeas with smoked paprika before adding. Avoid overcooking quinoa to prevent mushiness. Taste and season well for balanced flavor.

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Keywords: Mediterranean Bowl, quinoa salad, healthy bowl, chickpea bowl, vegetarian bowl

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