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A vibrant high protein Mediterranean bowl filled with fresh ingredients

Proven way to grow your high protein Mediterranean bowl

This recipe guides you through creating a satisfying high-protein Mediterranean bowl, packed with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Bowl
  • 4 ounces chicken breast cooked and sliced
  • 0.5 cup quinoa cooked
  • 0.25 cup cucumber diced
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.25 cup kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup mixed greens
Lemon Herb Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.125 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Prepare the Bowl
  1. Cook chicken and quinoa according to package directions, then slice the chicken and set aside.
  2. While cooking, chop cucumber and cherry tomatoes, and slice pitted Kalamata olives.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and mixed greens.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble and Serve
  1. Pour the lemon herb dressing over the Mediterranean bowl ingredients. Gently toss to ensure all components are evenly coated with the dressing.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy your freshly prepared high-protein Mediterranean bowl.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in some of the lemon herb dressing before cooking. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or roasted chickpeas to customize your bowl.