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Mediterranean Delight: Easy Greek Lunch Recipe for a Flavorful Meal
A delicious and healthy lunch option that is easy to prepare and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. This Greek lunch recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that will transport you to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- Rinse quinoa and add to 2 cups of boiling water in a medium-sized saucepan
- Reduce heat to low and cover saucepan with a lid
- Cook for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender
- Remove from heat and fluff with a fork
- Add in chickpeas, red bell pepper, red onion, olives, feta cheese and parsley
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper
- Drizzle dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine all ingredients
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes and serve