Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls

By mike

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup kalamata olives
  • 1 cup feta cheese
  • 1 cup fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup beets
  • Produce
  • 1 small jar artichokes
  • Canned & Packaged Goods
  • 1½ cups chicken broth
  • Produce
  • 4 cups salad greens
  • Spices & Seasonings
  • 3 pinches greek seasoning

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas. Toss in bowl with olive oil, cumin, greek seasoning, and salt.
  2. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Can also sub for other grains, like farro.
  3. Chop tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, feta cheese, beets, and fresh parsley and put in a large bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  6. Serve the Mediterranean quinoa bowls chilled or at room temperature.