Mediterranean Magic Bowl with Kalamata Olives and Feta

This Mediterranean Magic Bowl is a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor. It's made with quinoa, roasted vegetables, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley. The quinoa is cooked in a flavorful broth made with olive oil, onion, and bell pepper. The vegetables are roasted until they're tender and slightly caramelized. The kalamata olives add a salty, briny flavor to the bowl. The feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy flavor. And the fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous flavor. This bowl is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein. It's also a great meal to prep ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week.

The Mediterranean Magic Bowl was born out of a desire for a quick and easy meal that was also healthy and flavorful. I wanted something that I could make with ingredients that I already had on hand, and something that I could customize to my own liking. I started with a base of quinoa, which is a whole grain that is packed with protein and fiber. Then I added roasted vegetables, which add flavor and nutrition. I also added kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley for flavor and texture. The result is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 zucchini, chopped
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve.
2. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini to the pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the quinoa to the pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Add 2 cups of water to the pan and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked through.
7. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and stir in the kalamata olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
8. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The quinoa is cooked in a flavorful broth made with olive oil, onion, and bell pepper. This gives the quinoa a delicious flavor and makes it more filling.
• The vegetables are roasted until they're tender and slightly caramelized. This brings out their natural sweetness and flavor.
• The kalamata olives add a salty, briny flavor to the bowl. This helps to balance out the sweetness of the vegetables and the creaminess of the feta cheese.
• The feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy flavor to the bowl. This helps to add richness and depth of flavor.
• The fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous flavor to the bowl. This helps to brighten up the flavors of the other ingredients and make the bowl more refreshing.