Ingredients
- Grains: Quinoa, couscous, or farro
- Vegetables: Cucumber, tomato, red onion, bell pepper, and olives
- Protein: Chickpeas, grilled chicken, or feta cheese (optional)
- Dressing: Olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs like oregano and parsley
- Toppings: Hummus, tzatziki, or sesame seeds
Instructions
- Chop the cucumber, tomato, red onion, and bell pepper into small pieces. Place them in a large bowl.
- Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and let cool. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and parsley and pour over the quinoa.
- Add the seasoned quinoa to the bowl of chopped vegetables and toss gently. If desired, add chickpeas, grilled chicken, or feta cheese.
- Divide the mixture into individual bowls, top with hummus or tzatziki, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- Use high-quality olive oil for better flavor.
- Avoid overcooking the grains to maintain texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Add fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Meal prep quinoa and chopped vegetables ahead of time for quicker assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg