A burst of flavors and nutrition, the Chimichurri Quinoa Power Bowl is a delightful blend of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a zesty chimichurri sauce. This wholesome bowl not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a power-packed nutritional punch.
Chimichurri Quinoa Power Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and cooked
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and parsley.
- Prepare the chimichurri sauce by blending olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, fresh oregano, and salt in a food processor.
- Drizzle the chimichurri sauce over the quinoa mixture and toss until well coated.
- Sprinkle feta cheese on top and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Chimichurri Quinoa Power Bowl!
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 320, Protein: 12g, Fat: 15g, Carbohydrates: 38g, Fiber: 5g