Mediterranean Buddha Bowl (Print Version)

Vibrant bowl with quinoa, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, olives, hummus, and feta.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 medium zucchini, chopped
04 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
05 - 1 small red onion, sliced
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Legumes

11 - 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Toppings

12 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
13 - 1/2 cup hummus
14 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
15 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
16 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
17 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and allow to fully preheat
02 - Spread zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated
03 - Place baking sheet in oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized
04 - Combine quinoa and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork
05 - Heat chickpeas in a small skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, adding salt as desired
06 - Divide cooked quinoa equally among 4 serving bowls. Arrange roasted vegetables, chickpeas, olives, hummus, Greek yogurt, and feta cheese on top of each bowl
07 - Top each bowl with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Bursting with Mediterranean flavors like oregano, cumin, and Kalamata olives.
  • A perfect balance of fiber, plant-based protein, and healthy fats.
  • Easy to prepare and great for meal prep throughout the week.
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-friendly for various dietary needs.
02 -
  • Check product labels for allergens as hummus and chickpeas may contain sesame, and olives may be processed near nuts.
  • Warm the chickpeas just enough to take the chill off, which helps maintain their texture.
  • Store leftovers separately to keep the vegetables and quinoa fresh for next-day lunches.
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