Description
Mediterranean Veggie Bowls are a delightful medley of fresh vegetables, chickpeas, and feta cheese, all tossed together in a zesty dressing. Bursting with vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients, this dish is perfect for any occasion, from casual dinners to elegant gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable based on your preferences or seasonal produce, these bowls offer a healthy and satisfying meal that will transport you to the Mediterranean with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.
- Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the bell peppers.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, vegetables, olives, and feta cheese. Mix gently.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss until well combined.
- Serve in bowls or plates and garnish with extra feta or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Main
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables or grains like quinoa or couscous for variety. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to four days in the fridge.