Simple Quinoa Lunch

Eating more plant-based can be a challenge because getting the right amount of protein may be more difficult.

I like quinoa because it is high in protein for a grain.  One cup yields about 8 grams.  We had some leftover veggie mix from our veggie hummus flatbread so I threw the remainder into a cup of quinoa and mixed it all together.  Pretty good.  I give it a 7.

Here's the veggie mix ...

1 tsp olive oil

1/4 cup chopped artichoke hearts

1/4 cup Kalamata olives

6ish grape tomatoes (or 1 whole tomato chopped)

1/2 small cucumber chopped

3 mini bell peppers

1/4 onion chopped

2 tsp lemon juice

chop in a few leaves of parsley

1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

This will provide enough for about two servings of the quinoa dish.

Mix all this together, then mix in 1 cup of cooked quinoa.

Afterwards, add 2 tbsp of hummus for extra protein.  I also like some cracker or bread or pita on the side.  Tortilla chips are good too!

This is a Mediterranean dish.  I love Mediterranean because it tends to be healthier with a focus on whole grains, veggies, fish, and healthy fats.  Give it a try!