Mediterranean Chickpea and Rice Bowls

Hearty chickpea bowls with leftover rice, olives, feta, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, inspired by Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• 3 cups, fluff with a fork Leftover cooked rice
• 2 cans, drained and rinsed Chickpeas
• 1 cup, halved Kalamata Olives No Pits
• 1 cup, crumbled feta is preferred Mexican Cheese
• 1 medium, diced Cucumber
• 1/4, thinly sliced Red onion
• 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1, juiced Lemon
• 1/4 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh mint
• 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
• To taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the leftover cooked rice, chickpeas, kalamata olives, mexican cheese (feta), diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh mint, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the rice and chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine. Let sit for 5-10 minutes for flavors to meld.
4. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra feta and a drizzle of olive oil.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Suitability:

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 0 mins

Serving Size: 3

Meal Type: dinner