Mediterranean Diet Burrito Bowl with Guacamole

Elevate your meal prep with this vibrant and wholesome Mediterranean Diet Burrito Bowl with Guacamole! Combining protein-packed quinoa, creamy avocado guacamole, and a medley of fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and chickpeas, this recipe is a satisfying fusion of Mediterranean and Tex-Mex flavors. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing and finished with crumbly feta cheese and tangy Kalamata olives, each bite is bursting with freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this nutrient-dense dish is perfect for busy weeknight dinners, meal prep, or even lunch on the go. Garnish with extra parsley or lime slices for a decorative touch, and enjoy a bowl that’s as delicious as it is nourishing. This gluten-free, vegetarian recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking healthy, flavor-packed meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Cucumber
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 1 15-ounce can Chickpeas
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Parsley
• 1 large Lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Avocados
• 1 Lime
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 1 Garlic clove, minced

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve to remove its natural coating, which can taste bitter.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and tender.

Step 3

While the quinoa is cooking, chop the red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley. Cut the Kalamata olives in half. Rinse and drain the chickpeas.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, chickpeas, and chopped parsley.

Step 5

Crumble the feta cheese over the quinoa mixture.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, the juice of the lemon, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour this dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss everything to combine well.

Step 7

For the guacamole, cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash it with a fork until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Add the juice of the lime, minced garlic clove, and chopped cilantro to the avocado. Mix until well combined. Add salt to taste.

Step 9

To serve, divide the quinoa mixture among four bowls. Top each bowl with a generous scoop of guacamole.

Step 10

Optionally, garnish with extra slices of lime and a sprinkle of extra parsley or feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2270.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2801.4

Total Fat 156.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 4821.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 290.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 75.5g	0%
Total Sugars 37.0g
Protein 85.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 926.9mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 4394.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 39.9%