This Healthy Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl is a fresh, high-protein lunch packed with juicy chicken, fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, and a light lemon dressing. Perfect for meal prep and healthy eating.
Ingredients :
For the Bowl :
- 450 g chicken breast, diced (1 lb)
- 270 g cooked quinoa (1½ cups)
- 150 g cucumber, diced (1 cup)
- 150 g cherry tomatoes, halved (1 cup)
- 80 g red onion, sliced (½ cup)
- 60 g feta cheese, crumbled (½ cup)
- 15 ml olive oil (1 tbsp)
Lemon Dressing :
2 g black pepper (½ tsp)
15 ml lemon juice (1 tbsp)
15 ml olive oil (1 tbsp)
2 g dried oregano (½ tsp)
3 g salt (½ tsp)
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Instructions :
Step 1
Cook the quinoa according to package directions and allow it to cool slightly.
Step 2
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the chicken for 8–10 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
Step 4
Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the red onion.
Step 5
Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Step 6
Divide quinoa between serving bowls.
Step 7
Top with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.
Step 8
Drizzle with the lemon dressing and serve.
Nutrition :
Per Serving (4 Servings)
- Calories: ~395 kcal
- Protein: ~36 g
- Carbohydrates: ~24 g
- Fat: ~16 g
Tips :
- Add olives for extra Mediterranean flavor.
- Great for meal prep for up to 3 days.
- Use grilled chicken for a smoky taste.
- Fresh lemon juice works best.
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