Mediterranean Diet Chipotle Burrito Bowl

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Diet Chipotle Burrito Bowl, a vibrant fusion of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly fluffy quinoa forms the base, topped with sautéed garlic-infused vegetables, tender chickpeas, and a zesty chipotle-lemon dressing that ties everything together. Fresh Mediterranean staples like cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, cucumber, and creamy avocado add layers of freshness, while crumbled feta cheese and parsley bring an irresistible finishing touch. This quick and healthy recipe is brimming with protein, fiber, and hearty plant-based goodness, ideal for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the perfect balance of smoky spice and Mediterranean charm—no tortillas required!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, diced
• 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 15-oz can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 cup Cucumber, diced
• 1 teaspoon Chipotle chili powder
• 1 large Avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 medium Lemon, juiced
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add minced garlic, diced red onion, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Step 3

Add chickpeas to the skillet and cook for another 3 minutes, allowing them to heat through.

Step 4

In a bowl, mix the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, chipotle chili powder, and lemon juice. Drizzle over the cooked vegetables and chickpeas, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 5

To assemble the burrito bowls, divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top each with an equal portion of sautéed vegetables and chickpeas.

Step 6

Garnish each bowl with cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, cucumber, avocado slices, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired Chipotle Burrito Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2532.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2635.0

Total Fat 132.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 7616.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.5g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 94.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1210.8mg	0%
Iron 28.4mg	0%
Potassium 4879.4mg	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: 43.8%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 42.3%