Description
The Healthy Grilled Mediterranean Bowl is a vibrant medley of grilled vegetables and protein, offering a delightful crunch with every bite. The smoky flavor from the charred veggies perfectly complements the creamy tahini dressing, creating a refreshing and satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- Grilled Vegetables:
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Protein:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- Tahini Dressing:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Water to thin
- Salt to taste
- Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- In a bowl, toss the sliced zucchini, bell peppers, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the vegetables on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have grill marks.
- While the vegetables are grilling, prepare the tahini dressing by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and enough water to reach desired consistency.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and chickpeas.
- Once the vegetables are done, remove them from the grill and add them to the quinoa mixture.
- Drizzle the tahini dressing over the bowl and toss gently to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and feta cheese if desired.
Notes
- This bowl can be made ahead of time; store the grilled vegetables and quinoa separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese.
- Substitute grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
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