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Greek Quinoa Bowls

Loaded with fresh veggies and drizzled in a light homemade dressing, these tasty vegetarian Greek Quinoa Bowls make healthy eating a breeze!

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 440 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • ⅓ cup crumbled Feta cheese
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2-3 TBSP apple cider vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-2 TBSP fresh parsley
TASTY EXTRAS:
  • hummus
  • Pita Wedges
  • olives
  • fresh tomatoes
  • Sliced or chopped avocado
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

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  1. First rinse and drain your quinoa using a mesh strainer or sieve.
  2. Bring a medium saucepan to medium heat and lightly toast the quinoa to remove any excess water. Stir as it toasts for just a few minutes. This step is optional but really adds to the nuttiness and fluff factor of the quinoa!
  3. Next add your water, set burner to high, and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered with the lid slightly ajar, for 12-13 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and the liquid has been absorbed.
  5. While the quinoa cooks, chop and prep the remaining ingredients and whisk together your dressing ingredients.
  6. Snag your now-fluffy quinoa from the pot and give it a little fluff with a fork.
  7. For a chilled salad, you can pop the quinoa in the fridge for a few minutes prior to adding your veggies or simply let it cool on the countertop for a few minutes for a room temperature quinoa bowl. Totally up to you!
  8. For the super simple vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. How easy was that!? Pour over your quinoa bowl and toss with a pair of forks or salad servers and dig. on. in.
  9. Add any additional salt and pepper to taste, if desired.

Notes

  • For a speedy salad, do all your prepwork while your quinoa cooks. This way you'll only have one ridiculously step left after your quinoa is fluffy and ready to go. This salad can be made in advance to enjoy for weekday lunches or as a side dish for dinner. It's great room temperature and also wonderful chilled, so feel free to enjoy either way! As written, the recipe makes two entree-sized quinoa bowls or four sassy side dishes. Feel free to double the recipe if you're feeding a crowd!
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed based on choice of extras and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 440kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 200mg (8%) Potassium 511mg (15%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1921IU (38%) Vitamin C 105mg (117%) Calcium 121mg (12%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 440

% Daily Value*

Calories 440kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 43g 14%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 200mg 8%
Potassium 511mg 11%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1921IU 38%
Vitamin C 105mg 117%
Calcium 121mg 12%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.