Description
Elevate your lunch game with these incredible Macro-Friendly Summer BBQ Lunch Bowls! These Mediterranean power bowls are a vibrant, flavorful, and satisfying way to enjoy a healthy meal, whether you’re at home or packing it for a picnic. They’re designed to be easy to assemble, making them perfect for busy weekdays or a relaxed weekend lunch. Each serving provides about 25 grams of protein. This recipe focuses on fresh ingredients and simple preparation, ensuring you get a delicious and nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s a fantastic way to incorporate more Mediterranean flavors into your diet with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. 1. Prepare the Quinoa and Vegetables: Ensure your cooked quinoa is cooled. In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, chopped fresh parsley, and chopped fresh mint. The vibrant colors of the vegetables should pop against each other.
2. 2. Make the Lemon-Herb Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and dried oregano. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Whisk until well combined and slightly emulsified.
3. 3. Combine Bowl Ingredients: Add the cooled quinoa, crumbled feta cheese, and Kalamata olives to the bowl with the prepared vegetables. Pour the lemon-herb dressing over the mixture.
4. 4. Gently Toss: Using a large spoon or your hands, gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the chickpeas or tomatoes.
5. 5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the mixed greens or spinach evenly among four serving bowls. This forms the base of your power bowl.
6. 6. Add the Mediterranean Mixture: Spoon an equal portion of the quinoa and vegetable mixture over the greens in each bowl.
7. 7. Finish with Hummus: Place a generous dollop (about 1 tablespoon) of hummus on top of each bowl. You can swirl it slightly for a nice presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, homemade Mediterranean power bowls!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Cuisine: mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Protein: 25
Keywords: mediterranean, power bowl, lunch, healthy, meal prep, quinoa, chickpea, salad, vegetarian, easy
