What goes in a Mediterranean bowl?

Name: Mediterranean Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa; 1 cup roasted chickpeas (or canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced; 1 large English cucumber, quartered; 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved; 1/2 cup hummus, homemade or store bought; 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; olive oil (optional, for serving); white sesame seeds (optional, for serving)

Question

Accepted Answer

There are many ways to customize your Mediterranean bowl, but I like to start with a few basics. First, choose your grain. I recommend using quinoa for its fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein. Next, choose your beans. I like to add roasted chickpeas for extra crunch, but you can also use canned chickpeas. Then, choose your veggies. I like to use the same Mediterranean flavors I use in Greek salads, like cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, olives, and feta cheese. Top it off with any sauces and garnishes, like homemade hummus, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of white sesame seeds to bring it all together.

Description

Ingredients

Instructions

Notes