Description
A colorful and nutritious bowl featuring quinoa, chickpeas, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weekdays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and diced
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked quinoa, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and chickpeas until well combined.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything thoroughly.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and sliced kalamata olives on top.
- Serve immediately, or portion into meal prep containers for a nutritious lunch throughout the week.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or basil. Pairs well with warm pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, chicken bowl, healthy recipe, meal prep, quinoa