quinoa salad bowl

These vegan Mediterranean quinoa bowls are easy to make, packed with nutrition and taste amazing. The tangy tofu feta takes them to the next level! Make the pickled red onion too, if you have time.

Vegan Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls

lemon juice

apple cider vinegar

oregano

tsp sea salt

yeast,

quinoa

kale

olive oil for massaging kale

kalmata olives

cucumber

tomato

quick pickled red onion onion

hummus

tbsp of tahini or lemon tahini sauce

lemon

tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley

salt and pepper,

If you want to make the quick pickled red onions, start those now as they need to sit 30 minutes as well. 

To make the tofu feta, first press the tofu for at least 20 minutes, then crumble or cube the tofu. Add all ingredients to a container and marinate for at least 30 minutes up to overnight. If you have an hour or two to marinate, that&#8217;s perfect.

Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, or bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add 1 cup of uncooked rinsed quinoa, cover and reduce to a very light simmer. Cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and lfuff with a fork.

Remove the kale leaves from the tough stems and finely chop. Place in a mixing bowl and add 1/2 tsp of olive oil. Massage with hands for 30 seconds or longer until softened. If you prefer, you can leave kale raw or steam for 1 minute to lightly cook.

Dice the cucumber and tomato and finely chop the parsley.

Assemble the bowls by preparing 4 bows or food storage containers, start with a bed of kale in each, then add the quinoa, tofu feta, olives, cucumber, tomato and hummus.

Top each serving with tahini or lemon tahini sauce, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper and serve right away.

This recipe is absolutely delicious! I switched out the kale for spinach and since I didn’t have pickles onions I added raw purple onions and honey into the dressing! 

Learn how to make a nutritious, balanced and tasty Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl with this easy recipe. This bowl features marinated, honey-glazed chicken, fluffy quinoa, tangy and herby feta salad, Greek yogurt and pistachios.

Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl

quinoa (uncooked,

chicken breasts

½ lemon

olive oil

paprika

garlic powder

salt

pepper

honey

olive oil (for cooking)

cucumber (diced)

cherry tomatoes (halved)

bell pepper (diced red and/or green)

¼ red onion (sliced)

black olives

mint

parsley

feta

Greek yoghurt

parsley and mint

nuts

Cook the quinoa

Cook the quinoa. To make 4 cups of cooked quinoa, you need 1.5 cups quinoa and 2 + 1/4 cups water and 2/3 teaspoon salt. Rinse the quinoa and strain. Combine the quinoa and water in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat. Simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes more. Then, remove the lid and fluff with a fork!

Marinate the chicken.

Marinate the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-size pieces and place them in a bowl. Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil and sprinkle the spices, oregano, salt and pepper on top. Toss through using your hands.

Cook the chicken.

Cook the chicken. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan/skillet over medium-high. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and cook for 4 minutes each side, Then drizzle with about a tablespoon of honey and stir through for another 30 seconds to a minute. Remove from heat and rest.

Make the salad.

Make the salad. While the chicken is cooking, mix the salad. Place all ingredients in a bowl, add lemon juice, salt, pepper, fresh herbs, and feta and toss through.

Assemble quinoa bowls.

Assemble quinoa bowls. Per bowl, add 1 cup of cooked quinoa, cooked chicken pieces, mixed salad, top with extra feta cheese and a few extra olives, and garnish with extra herbs, a dollop of Greek yogurt and nuts.

The Mediterranean-style flavors really shined through with the olives, feta, and roasted red peppers. The quinoa was perfectly cooked and the chicken was tender. Would definitely make again.

This was a bowl of flavor! Thank you for the make ahead tips!

I love quinoa and am always looking for different ways to use it. This recipe was superb! Will definitely be making again.

This Mediterranean chicken bowl tastes and feels so healthy and delicious! I love quinoa bowls like this - thanks for sharing!

This is the perfect light and healthy lunch to make! Simple to make yet incredibly satisfying and filling!

So fresh and flavorful! This bowl recipe is my new favorite! Thanks for sharing!

Love these chicken quinoa bowls! I’ve made them for meal prep but already ate two bowls, so good!

What a delicious healthy bowl! I made it for lunch and really, really enjoyed it! Thank you!

Love your recipes!! 
This is a great quick and simple throw together!!

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This Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl is a nutrient-dense, balanced and delicious meal featuring marinated, honey glazed chicken, fluffy quinoa, tangy and herby feta salad, Greek yogurt and pistachios. I will walk you through preparing each element for this dish with step-by-step pics, video, and recipe tips. You will master this delicious quinoa salad bowl in no time, and trust me, and it will be on rotation in your house as it is in mine.

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