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Fresh Greek Quinoa Bowl Recipe with Easy Tangy Lemon Tahini Dressing

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A bright and fresh Greek-inspired quinoa bowl featuring crisp veggies and a creamy, tangy lemon tahini dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dry quinoa (about 170g)
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • ¼ cup tahini (about 60ml)
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons/45ml)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 2–3 tablespoons water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (170g) quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove bitterness. Drain well.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups (475ml) water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  3. While quinoa cooks, dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, slice Kalamata olives, finely dice red onion, and chop parsley and mint.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and maple syrup. Slowly add 2-3 tablespoons water to thin dressing to a creamy, pourable consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa with cucumber, tomatoes, olives, onion, and herbs. Toss gently.
  6. Crumble feta cheese over the salad and fold in carefully.
  7. Drizzle lemon tahini dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss lightly to coat evenly.
  8. Adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed. Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

Rinsing quinoa is essential to remove bitterness. If dressing thickens after chilling, whisk in a splash of water or lemon juice before serving. Quinoa should be fluffy but not mushy; cool quickly if overcooked. Dressing can be customized with smoked paprika or red pepper flakes. For vegan version, omit feta or use vegan cheese.

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Keywords: quinoa bowl, Greek quinoa salad, lemon tahini dressing, healthy lunch, Mediterranean diet, vegetarian, easy dinner

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