Mediterranean Quinoa Protein Bowl with Citrus Avocado Dressing

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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 1/4 cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 cup mixed greens
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, chickpeas, and mixed greens.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together avocado, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the citrus avocado dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss well to coat.
4. Serve immediately and enjoy your invigorating Mediterranean Quinoa Protein Bowl.

Chef’s Insight

The Mediterranean diet is known for its health benefits, and this dish encapsulates many of those advantages with its focus on whole foods and plant-based ingredients.

Notes

This dish is vegan and gluten-free.