Mediterranean Hummus Bowls
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
6443 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, American
Mediterranean Hummus Bowls
Description
This recipe starts by pan-cooking ground beef with oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and salt until browned and aromatic. To assemble, cooked rice serves as the base, topped with hummus and seasoned beef. Fresh vegetables including grape tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese are layered for a balance of textures and Mediterranean flavors. Parsley adds color and freshness.
The combination is rich and savory, with the creamy hummus contrasting the spiced beef and fresh vegetables. The mix of textures from the soft rice, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber creates a multi-dimensional eating experience. The recipe is easily adaptable, allowing ingredient amounts to suit personal preference.
This bowl is appropriate for meal prep and can be eaten cold or at room temperature. The note suggests eating prepped bowls cold to maintain freshness and avoid overcooking vegetables. Homemade hummus substitution is recommended for cost savings and flavor control.
Ingredients
Seasoned Ground Beef
- 1/2 lb. ground beef $2.65
- 1/2 tsp oregano $0.05, dried
- 1/2 tsp cumin $0.05
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
- 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
Bowl Ingredients (all ingredients optional)
- 4 cups rice $0.70, cooked
- 1 cup hummus $1.48
- 1 pint grape tomatoes $1.89
- 1/2 English cucumber $0.75
- 1/4 red onion $0.07
- 1 cup kalamata olives $0.90
- 2 oz. feta cheese $1.10, crumbled
- handful parsley $0.25, fresh, chopped
Instructions
- Add the ground beef to a skillet, along with the oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Cook and stir the beef over medium heat until fully browned and evenly combined with the spices.
- To build the bowls, add 1 cup rice and 1/4 cup hummus to each bowl. Divide the remaining ingredients among the four bowls, or in any amount that you desire. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Notes
- Preparing homemade hummus for this bowl can reduce costs and improve flavor.
- These bowls are suitable for meal prepping and are best eaten cold to preserve the texture of raw vegetables.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 6443 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 644.3kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 20.93g | 42% |
| Fat | 31.88g | 49% |
| Sodium | 1790.08mg | 75% |
| Fiber | 7.3g | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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