Panera Mediterranean Bowl

This Panera Mediterranean Bowl is a delicious and healthy meal option that's packed with fresh flavors and nutritious ingredients.

Panera Mediterranean Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and parsley.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Divide the quinoa mixture into serving bowls and top with crumbled feta cheese.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Medium saucepan Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl

Tools

Whisk Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Panera Mediterranean Bowl with a side of pita bread and hummus for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegan version, simply omit the feta cheese or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.

Cost

$15