Panera Mediterranean Bowl
This Panera Mediterranean Bowl is a delicious and healthy meal option that's packed with fresh flavors and nutritious ingredients.
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
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
- 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.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and parsley.
- 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.
- 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