Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced avocado, hummus, tzatziki sauce
Instructions:
1. Prepare your base by cooking quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff it with a fork and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, sliced Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture, and toss until everything is well coated.
5. To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked quinoa or brown rice among serving bowls. Top each bowl with the chickpea and vegetable mixture.
6. Add any optional toppings you like, such as sliced avocado, hummus, or tzatziki sauce.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Mediterranean bowls!
Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite Mediterranean ingredients, such as roasted vegetables, grilled chicken or shrimp, or different types of cheese. Enjoy!