Fresh Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
Experience the vibrant flavors and wholesome nutrition of the Fresh Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl. This quick and easy dish features fluffy quinoa paired with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, creamy yogurt dressing, and optional protein additions for a satisfying meal any time of day. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this bowl is not only delicious but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether enjoyed warm or cold, it’s a nutrient-packed delight that will keep you coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.25 cups quinoa
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/3 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
- 1 cup yogurt
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh dill, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer to remove bitterness.
- Cook quinoa in a pot with water according to package instructions until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, prepare vegetables: dice cucumber, halve tomatoes, chop red onion, and mince garlic.
- For dressing, mix grated cucumber, yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Once cooked, fluff quinoa with a fork and slightly cool. In serving bowls, layer quinoa topped with cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and olives. Drizzle generously with yogurt dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg