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4.5 (156 reviews)

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

35 min

Servings

2 people

Easy Mediterranean

Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

Healthy bowl with quinoa, vegetables, and tahini dressing

Extended Preparation Time

This recipe requires more than 45 minutes to prepare. Plan accordingly!

  • 1
    1 cup quinoa
  • 2
    Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3
    Cucumber, diced
  • 4
    Red onion, sliced
  • 5
    Kalamata olives
  • 6
    Feta cheese, crumbled
  • 7
    Fresh parsley
  • 8
    Tahini dressing
1

Rinse quinoa thoroughly. Cook according to package directions, usually 15 minutes.

2

While quinoa cooks, prepare all vegetables and set aside.

3

For tahini dressing: mix tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and water until smooth.

4

Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and let cool slightly.

5

Arrange quinoa in bowls. Top with tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives.

6

Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh parsley. Drizzle with tahini dressing.

Calories
480 kcal
Protein
18g
Carbohydrates
58g
Fat
Fat
Fiber
10g
Sodium
540mg

Rinse quinoa well to remove bitter coating

Let quinoa cool before adding fresh ingredients

Make extra tahini dressing - it keeps well in the fridge

Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein