Greek Sunrise Bowl: A Rejuvenating Start to Your Day!

Greek Sunrise Bowl: A Rejuvenating Start to Your Day!

This gluten-free Greek Sunrise Bowl is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day, with ingredients like quinoa, spinach, tomatoes, olives, and Greek yogurt.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 20 minutes (for cooking quinoa) - Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Allergens

Gluten-free, Dairy (optional)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (preferably sprouted)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy
  • free alternative)
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and fresh spinach.
  2. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and toss gently to combine.
  3. Top the salad with Greek yogurt, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Enjoy your energizing Greek Sunrise Bowl!

Chef’s Insight

The blend of quinoa, vegetables, and Greek yogurt creates a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and nutrients to fuel your day.

Notes

The Greek Sunrise Bowl can be easily customized to your taste. Feel free to swap ingredients or add additional ones!

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the Mediterranean diet, known for its emphasis on whole foods and healthy fats.