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Mediterranean Quinoa Power Bowl

By RecipeNest · Lunch

A fresh, filling bowl with fluffy quinoa, chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, feta, and lemon-tahini drizzle.

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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Total

25 min

Servings

2

Calories

520

Mediterranean Quinoa Power Bowl
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Olive oil, salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook quinoa in 2 cups water per package directions.

  2. 2

    Whisk tahini with lemon juice, 3 tbsp water, salt, and olive oil.

  3. 3

    Divide quinoa into bowls.

  4. 4

    Top with chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, feta, and olives.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with tahini dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving · 520 calories

protein

18g

carbs

62g

fat

20g

fiber

12g

sugar

8g

sodium

640mg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make quinoa bowl ahead of time?+

Yes — store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to preserve texture and flavor.

Can I freeze quinoa bowl?+

Most components freeze well for up to 3 months. Cool completely before freezing and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

What can I serve with this quinoa bowl?+

Pair with a simple green salad, crusty bread, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal the whole family will love.

Sarah Mitchell

Recipe by Sarah Mitchell

Professional home cook · Tested in a real American kitchen

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