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Revitalizing Middle Eastern Dinner Bowl

Revitalizing Middle Eastern Dinner Bowl is a delicious, nutritious, and energizing vegan meal packed with quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, and herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemon olive oil dressing.

Time: Prep: 15 minutes - Cook: 20 minutes - Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 1
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Vegan

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

  • Quinoa (1/2 cup)
  • Chickpeas (1/2 cup, cooked)
  • Cherry tomatoes (1 cup, halved)
  • Cucumber (1 cup, diced)
  • Red onion (1/4 cup, finely chopped)
  • Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
  • Fresh mint (2 tablespoons, chopped)
  • Lemon (1, juiced)
  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently until well combined.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this dish is the perfect balance of flavors and textures that work together harmoniously, leaving you feeling refreshed and energized.

Notes

For an added boost of protein, consider including some marinated tofu or tempeh in this dish.

Cultural or Historical Background

Quinoa has been a staple in South American cuisine for thousands of years. It was first cultivated by the ancient Incas, who referred to it as "the mother grain."