Mediterranean Rice Bowl
A vibrant and healthy rice bowl packed with fresh Mediterranean flavors.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cup cooked rice
- 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 0.5 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 4 ounce feta cheese crumbled
Lemon-Herb Dressing
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for the dressing. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
- Pour the lemon-herb dressing over the rice mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Divide the mixture among serving bowls. Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
This recipe is easily customizable. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.