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Close-up of a quinoa bowl with roasted winter vegetables, feta, and olives.

Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl Recipe | Winter Veggie Lunch

Enjoy a healthy and flavorful Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl packed with roasted winter vegetables, chickpeas, feta, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. This vibrant bowl is perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Quinoa Bowl
  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
  • 1 cup roasted winter vegetables (butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, carrots)
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives halved
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Optional Toppings
  • Hummus
  • tahini dressing
  • fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Roast winter vegetables at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
  2. While vegetables are roasting, cook quinoa according to package directions.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Combine quinoa, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, feta cheese, and olives in a bowl.
  5. Pour dressing over the bowl and toss gently to combine.
  6. Serve immediately or chill. Optional: Top with hummus, tahini, or parsley.

Notes

Adjust the amount of feta cheese and olives to your preference. For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese.