Mediterranean Chickpea Quinoa Bowl

Rating: 4.6 stars
10 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 9
  • 4 star values: 0
  • 3 star values: 0
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  • 1 star values: 1

Quinoa and chickpeas pack this vegetarian grain bowl with plenty of plant-based protein. Whip up a batch of these Mediterranean meals and pack in containers with lids to stash in the fridge for easy, healthy grab & go lunches all week long.

Carolyn Casner
Source: EatingWell.com, May 2017

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Recipe Summary

active:
20 mins
total:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Calorie
High Fiber
Egg Free
Gluten-Free
Vegetarian
Soy-Free
Healthy Aging
Healthy Immunity
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Place peppers, almonds, 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, paprika, cumin and crushed red pepper (if using) in a mini food processor. Puree until fairly smooth.

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  • Combine quinoa, olives, red onion and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a medium bowl.

  • To serve, divide the quinoa mixture among 4 bowls and top with equal amounts of the chickpeas, cucumber and the red pepper sauce. Sprinkle with feta and parsley.

Tips

To make ahead: Prepare red pepper sauce (Step 1) and quinoa (Step 2); refrigerate in separate containers. Assemble just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
Per Serving:
479 calories; protein 12.7g; carbohydrates 49.5g; dietary fiber 7.7g; sugars 2.5g; fat 24.8g; saturated fat 4.3g; cholesterol 8.3mg; vitamin a iu 1145.8IU; vitamin c 9.6mg; folate 105.8mcg; calcium 135.8mg; iron 3.5mg; magnesium 109.9mg; potassium 442.6mg; sodium 646mg; thiamin 0.2mg.
Exchanges:

4 1/2 fat, 2 1/2 starch, 1 1/2 vegetable, 1/2 lean protein
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Reviews (10)

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10 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 9
  • 4 star values: 0
  • 3 star values: 0
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 1
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Lisa Valente
Rating: 5 stars
05/15/2017
This bowl recipe is great for a quick healthy dinner and the leftovers are perfect for lunch the next day. Read More
LSmith
Rating: 5 stars
10/19/2017
Delicious! I left out the cheese and parsley because I didn't have any and it was still full of flavor. Read More
Krista L
Rating: 5 stars
01/31/2019
A hit for my husband and teenager! Added chicken for a little more protein. No leftovers for this one! Read More
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Jacqueline P Slattery
Rating: 5 stars
01/02/2019
This thisbwas really good and very filling. Had to hand mince the pepper sauce because I don t have a good processor or blender but really enjoyed it. Read More
Amber
Rating: 5 stars
01/21/2019
Delicious! Hubby and I enjoyed this for lunch today and we will definitely have again. It s filling but not heavy. I love that I always have the ingredients to make this on hand. I cook a big batch of quinoa and package it in 1/2 c. servings and keep it in freezer. A quick defrost and lunch is ready. Looking forward to leftovers tomorrow! Read More
vic
Rating: 5 stars
05/19/2020
This recipe was so fresh but filling! Added a little salt and pepper and splash of lemon juice to give it more tang but overall I will definitely be making it again! Read More
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Penelope Wall
Rating: 5 stars
05/15/2017
Love this for an easy lunch idea I can meal-prep ahead and bring to work! Read More
Nicole
Rating: 1 stars
02/13/2019
I made this for the whole family unaltered with every ingredient. We did not care for it at all. And NO I would never attempt to make this dish again. Read More
AZELTNER
Rating: 5 stars
02/23/2019
Great Flavor! Didn t change a thing. We will definitely be making it again. Read More
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