Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
A delicious and heart-healthy Mediterranean-inspired quinoa bowl packed with soluble fiber, plant-based proteins, and healthy fats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, olives, parsley, and mint.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
Divide the quinoa mixture into bowls and serve. Enjoy your heart-healthy Mediterranean quinoa bowl!
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 350 |
| Protein (g) | 15 |
| Carbs (g) | 45 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 |
| Sugar (g) | 3 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 1 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 400 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |