Vitality Sunrise Middle Eastern Bowl

Vitality Sunrise Middle Eastern Bowl

Find the perfect energizing and refreshing Middle Eastern Bowl recipe with this Vitality Sunrise Middle Eastern Bowl, featuring quinoa, chickpeas, vegetables, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. This gluten-free dish offers balance, clarity, and an invigorating boost for your day. Fuel your glow!

Time: Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 15 minutes (for quinoa) Total: 25 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (white or red) 1/4 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup cucumber, diced 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup lemon
  • tahini dressing (see recipe) Salt and pepper, to taste Lemon wedge, for serving (optional) Lemon
  • Tahini Dressing: 2 tbsp tahini 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tbsp water Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and parsley.
  2. Prepare the lemon tahini dressing by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. Serve with a lemon wedge for an extra burst of zesty flavor (optional).

Chef’s Insight

This dish showcases the beauty of simplicity, allowing each ingredient to shine through in its purest form. The balance of flavors and textures creates a harmonious symphony for your taste buds, making it perfect for both breakfast or lunch.

Notes

This recipe emphasizes the use of fresh, vibrant ingredients that are rich in vitamins and minerals. The combination of flavors creates a delightful sensory experience for your taste buds while providing you with essential nutrients to fuel your day.

Cultural or Historical Background

The Middle Eastern culinary tradition is rich with diverse ingredients and flavors. Quinoa and chickpeas are staples in many Middle Eastern dishes, offering nutritious and satisfying options for plant-based diets.