Mediterranean Power Bowl - Your Perfect Healthy Food Plan Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 small red onion, sliced
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2-3 tablespoons warm water

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the quinoa base

   Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

2. 2

   Roast the vegetables

   Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss bell pepper, zucchini, sliced red onion, and chickpeas with 2 tablespoons olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.

3. 3

   Make the tahini dressing

   While vegetables roast, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add warm water gradually until you reach a drizzable consistency. Season with salt and pepper.

   

4. 4

   Prep the fresh toppings

   Combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, finely diced red onion, olives, and parsley in a bowl. This fresh mix adds great texture contrast to the warm components.

5. 5

   Assemble your power bowls

   Divide quinoa among 4 bowls. Top each with roasted vegetables and chickpeas, then add the fresh tomato mixture. Sprinkle with feta cheese and drizzle with tahini dressing.

Substitution Ideas

Storage Tips

Store components separately in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep the quinoa and roasted vegetables in airtight containers, fresh toppings in another container, and dressing in a small jar. Assemble just before eating to maintain the best texture.