Description
A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring tender grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, zesty tzatziki, creamy hummus, and a base of protein-rich quinoa. Light, energizing, and packed with flavor, this customizable bowl offers a perfect balance of nutrients for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
4 boneless chicken breasts
1 cup uncooked quinoa (2 cups cooked)
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/3 cup grated cucumber
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 tsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium cucumber, chopped
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup kalamata olives
1/2 cup prepared hummus
1/2 cup tzatziki (substitute store-bought or use homemade version below)
Instructions
Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat
In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, and lemon juice for a quick tzatziki
Marinate chicken breasts in olive oil, garlic, and dried oregano for 15-30 minutes
Cook quinoa according to package instructions (30-40 minutes total from uncooked to cooked)
Grill or pan-sear chicken until fully cooked (15-20 minutes)
Assemble bowls with cooked quinoa, grilled chicken, chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion
Top with avocado slices, tzatziki, hummus, crumbled feta, and olives
Notes
Can substitute quinoa with couscous/farrot for different texture
Add chopped parsley or mint to tzatziki for extra freshness
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 8000mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 55mg