Easy One-Pot Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
This Easy One-Pot Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl is a delightful and nutritious dish filled with vibrant flavors and packed with protein. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep!
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 cup) quinoa
- (2 cups) vegetable broth
- (1) medium onion, diced
- (2 cloves) garlic, minced
- (1) red bell pepper, diced
- (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
- (1 can) (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- (1/2) cucumber, diced
- (1/4 cups) kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- (1/2 tsp) dried oregano
- (2 tbsp) olive oil
- (1/4 tsp) salt
- (1/4 tsp) black pepper
- (1/4 cups) feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- (2 tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium pot, heat (2 tbsp) olive oil over medium heat. Add the (1) medium onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Add the (2 cloves) garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in the (1) cup quinoa, (2 cups) vegetable broth, (1) red bell pepper, (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, and (1 can) chickpeas.
- 4
Season. (1/2 tsp) dried oregano, (1/4 tsp) salt, and (1/4 tsp) black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.
- 5
Once cooked, remove from heat and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Stir in the (1/2) cucumber and (1/4 cup) kalamata olives.
- 6
If desired, top with (1/4 cup) crumbled feta cheese and garnish with (2 tbsp) fresh parsley before serving.
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