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A vibrant high protein Mediterranean bowl filled with fresh ingredients

Proven way to grow your high protein Mediterranean bowl

This high-protein Mediterranean bowl is a delicious and nutritious meal featuring fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing. It's perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bowl
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 4 ounces Chicken breast cooked and sliced
  • 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup Cucumber diced
  • 0.25 cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 0.25 cup Feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped
Lemon Herb Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan (for quinoa)

Method
 

Prepare the Bowl
  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions, then set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Combine cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley in a large bowl.
Make the Lemon Herb Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the ingredients in the large bowl and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy your high-protein Mediterranean bowl.

Notes

For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken breast in some lemon juice and herbs before cooking. Feel free to customize with other Mediterranean vegetables like bell peppers or roasted eggplant.