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How to Make Perfect Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

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Published: Oct 25, 2025 by abdu
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Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl - Nutrient-packed grain bowl featuring fluffy quinoa, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and tangy lemon-tahini dressing. This vibrant plant-based meal combines textures and flavors from the Mediterranean region - creamy hummus, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and sweet roasted peppers. The quinoa provides complete protein while the variety of vegetables delivers diverse vitamins and antioxidants. The lemon-tahini dressing adds creaminess and brightness that ties all components together. This bowl is highly customizable based on seasonal produce and personal preferences, making it perfect for meal prep as components store well separately. Beautiful enough for entertaining yet simple enough for weekly meal rotation.

Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl - Nutrient-packed grain bowl featuring fluffy quinoa, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and tangy lemon-tahini dressing. This vibrant plant-based meal combines textures and flavors from the Mediterranean region - creamy hummus, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and sweet roasted peppers. The quinoa provides complete protein while the variety of vegetables delivers diverse vitamins and antioxidants. The lemon-tahini dressing adds creaminess and brightness that ties all components together. This bowl is highly customizable based on seasonal produce and personal preferences, making it perfect for meal prep as components store well separately. Beautiful enough for entertaining yet simple enough for weekly meal rotation.

Dietary Notes
  • ✓ Vegan Approved
  • ✓ Gluten Free
  • ✓ Meal Prep Champion

Why You'll Love This

  • Rainbow Nutrition: Colorful variety of vegetables
  • Meal Prep Master: Components store perfectly
  • Protein Complete: Quinoa provides all essential amino acids
  • Dressing Magic: Creamy tahini lemon sauce
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Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

👩‍🍳 Author: abdu
Prep Time: 25min
❄️ Cool Time: 0
🔥 Cook Time: 25min
🥨 Yield: 4
🍞 Method: Roasting
🌾 Diet: Vegan
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restaurant Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 1/4 cup red onion
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 4 oz feta cheese
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup hummus

list_alt Instructions

  1. 1
    Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water
  2. 2
    Cook quinoa according to package instructions
  3. 3
    Chop vegetables and combine in large bowl
  4. 4
    Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs for dressing
  5. 5
    Fluff quinoa with fork and let cool slightly
  6. 6
    Combine quinoa with vegetables and dressing
  7. 7
    Top with feta, olives, and dollop of hummus
  8. 8
    Serve warm or chilled
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Serving Suggestions

Serve in wide, shallow bowls to showcase the colorful layered components. Arrange ingredients in sections rather than mixed for visual appeal - quinoa base, roasted vegetables, fresh vegetables, and garnishes. Drizzle dressing artistically over the top or serve on the side. Garnish with fresh herbs, sesame seeds, or pomegranate arils for color and texture. Accompany with warm pita bread or lavash for dipping. For individual servings, use meal prep containers with separate compartments to maintain texture until ready to eat. Lemon wedges on the side for extra brightness.

How to Store?

Store components separately for best results - cooked quinoa in airtight container for 5 days, roasted vegetables for 4 days, dressing for 7 days, and fresh vegetables prepared daily. Assembled bowls will become soggy if stored more than 24 hours. All components freeze well except fresh vegetables and dressing - quinoa and roasted vegetables freeze for 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator and refresh roasted vegetables in oven before serving. Dressing may separate when frozen - whisk vigorously after thawing. For meal prep, assemble dry components and add dressing and fresh elements just before eating.

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