Mediterranean Chickpea Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice)
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas or a 15 oz can, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 2 tbsp feta cheese (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
2. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, avocado, and herbs.
3. Pour dressing over and toss gently to combine.
4. Top with feta if desired.
5. Optional additions: Add a dollop of hummus or tzatziki on the side, or drizzle a little extra olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. if desired.

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