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Flavorful Spicy Mediterranean Lunch Bowl Recipe

SPICY MEDITERRANEAN LUNCH BOWL made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. Prepare the vegetables.
  3. Make the tahini dressing.
  4. Mix the chickpeas into the vegetables.
  5. Combine cooked quinoa with the vegetable mixture.
  6. Drizzle with tahini dressing and toss well.
  7. Garnish and serve.