Mediterranean Grain Bowl
A bright, grain-forward bowl that balances nutty quinoa, tender chickpeas, and a lemon-tahini dressing with crisp vegetables and briny olives for a satisfying weeknight meal.
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cup water
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
3 oz kalamata olives, pitted and halved
2 cup baby spinach
4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
¼ bunch parsley, finely chopped
3 tbsp tahini
3 tbsp lemon juice, fresh
2 tbsp water, for thinning dressing
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp za'atar
½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 tbsp olive oil, for dressing
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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