Greek Style Quinoa Bowl

This Greek Style Quinoa Bowl is a nutritious and flavorful breakfast option that combines protein-packed quinoa with fresh vegetables and traditional Mediterranean flavors. It's a refreshing way to start your day while keeping it gluten-free!

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Feta cheese - 75 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff the quinoa with a fork.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
7. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
8. Serve the Greek Style Quinoa Bowl warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and muscle health.
• Rich in antioxidants and healthy fats from olive oil and olives, supporting heart health.

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