Description
Quinoa bowls are a delightful and nutritious meal that combines vibrant ingredients for a symphony of flavors. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, these customizable bowls can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week, quinoa bowls offer both convenience and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 bell peppers, diced (preferably colorful)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine with 2 cups of water in a pot, bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers and sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in chickpeas along with cumin and paprika; cook until heated through (3–4 minutes).
- Mash avocado with lemon juice and salt.
- Assemble bowls: layer cooked quinoa, sautéed veggies, chickpeas, mashed avocado, feta cheese (if using), and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg