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Mediterranean Magic: Try This Delicious Greek Vegan Recipe!

If you’re a fan of Mediterranean cuisine and looking for a delicious vegan recipe to add to your repertoire, you’ll love this Greek-inspired dish packed with flavorful ingredients and plant-based protein.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup sliced grape tomatoes
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse quinoa well in a fine-mesh strainer and transfer to a small saucepan with vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over high heat then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, red onion, olives, parsley, and mint.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
4. Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!

Outro

This Greek-inspired vegan recipe is perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. It’s packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavors that will transport you straight to the Mediterranean. Give it a try and let us know what you think!