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Easy Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls (Healthy Meal Prep)

Easy Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls

A vibrant, protein-packed Mediterranean bowl made with fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This easy 20-minute recipe is the ultimate healthy meal prep solution for a busy week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 large English cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • For the Dressing: 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 clove garlic minced, 1 tsp dried oregano, salt and pepper to taste.

Method
 

  1. Prepare Quinoa: Combine rinsed quinoa and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. Chop Veggies: While the quinoa cooks, dice the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
  3. Make Dressing: In a small jar, whisk all dressing ingredients together until well combined.
  4. Combine: In a large bowl, toss the fluffy quinoa with chickpeas, vegetables, and dressing. Fold in feta and olives and serve.