This Quinoa Bowl with Tahini Dressing recipe is fresh, filling, and full of Mediterranean flavor. Fluffy quinoa, chickpeas, crunchy vegetables, olives, and a creamy tahini dressing come together for an easy lunch, light dinner, or meal-prep favorite.
Quinoa Bowl with Tahini Dressing Recipe
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
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Cook the quinoa. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Add quinoa and water to a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.
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Season the chickpeas. In a small bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. For extra flavor, warm them in a pan for 3–5 minutes or roast them until lightly crisp.
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Make the tahini dressing. In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Add cold water one tablespoon at a time until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
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Build the bowls. Divide the cooked quinoa into serving bowls. Top with seasoned chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and parsley.
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Drizzle and serve. Spoon the tahini dressing over each bowl. Add feta, roasted peppers, or pickles if desired. Serve fresh or pack for meal prep.
