Mediterranean Veggie Protein Bowl
A delicious and heart-healthy breakfast bowl packed with plant-based proteins and healthy fats, perfect for lowering high cholesterol.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
Divide the mixture into bowls and serve immediately.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 300 |
| Protein (g) | 12 |
| Carbs (g) | 30 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 |
| Sugar (g) | 5 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 2 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 200 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |