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Greek Power Bowls

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A fresh and vibrant Greek power bowl packed with grains, protein, crisp vegetables, and creamy tzatziki, offering a balanced and satisfying Mediterranean-inspired meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 2 cups grilled chicken or 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.
  2. Season chicken (or chickpeas) with olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill or pan-cook the chicken until fully cooked and golden, or sauté chickpeas until warmed and flavorful.
  4. Prepare the vegetables by slicing cucumber, halving cherry tomatoes, and thinly slicing red onion.
  5. Assemble the bowls by adding a base of rice or quinoa.
  6. Top with cooked chicken or chickpeas.
  7. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta.
  8. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  9. Add a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce and serve.

Notes

  • Store components separately for best freshness during meal prep.
  • Swap chicken with shrimp, lamb, or keep it vegetarian with chickpeas.
  • Add hummus or spicy yogurt sauce for extra flavor.
  • Use grains like couscous or farro as alternatives.
  • For vegan option, omit feta and use dairy-free sauce.

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