Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
Nutty quinoa topped with fresh fennel, cucumber, feta, tomatoes and olives and homemade lemon dressing.
Servings 2
Calories 900kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1/4 cup grape tomatoes chopped
- 1/4 cup cucumbers chopped
- 1/4 cup fennel chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 Tbs fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnishing optional
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- While quinoa is cooking, chop the vegetables.
- For the dressing, place olive oil in a small bowl.
- Add lemon juice, honey, salt and pepper, whisk well.
- Place quinoa into bowls and top with vegetables.
- Drizzle with dressing, and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 900kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 1425mg | Potassium: 611mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 801IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 4mg