Mediterranean Quinoa Chickpea Glow Bowl
(Weight Loss • Skin Health • Non-Spicy)
A nourishing Mediterranean bowl made with fluffy quinoa, peppery arugula, chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, olives, and a lemon–olive oil dressing finished with a light balsamic drizzle.
High fiber + plant protein = fat loss & glowing skin
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
Bowl Base
½ cup quinoa (dry)
1 cup cooked chickpeas (rinsed & drained)
2 cups arugula (rocket leaves)
¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
¼ cup marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
2 tbsp black or kalamata olives, sliced
1 tbsp spring onion or red onion, finely chopped
Optional
1 tbsp crumbled feta (optional)
1 tsp nuts or seeds (pine nuts / almonds)
Lemon Olive Oil Dressing
1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp lemon zest
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Finish
Balsamic glaze (few drops only)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the quinoa
Rinse quinoa well.
Cook with 1 cup water + pinch of salt.
Simmer 12–15 minutes until fluffy.
Let cool slightly.
2️⃣ Prepare chickpea mix
In a bowl combine:
- Chickpeas
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Artichokes
- Olives
- Onion
Toss gently.
3️⃣ Make dressing
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper.
4️⃣ Assemble bowl (like the picture)
Add quinoa on one side
Add fresh arugula on the other
Spoon chickpea mixture on top
Drizzle lemon dressing evenly
Finish with light balsamic glaze drizzle
🌿 Why this is AMAZING for weight loss & skin
✔ Quinoa → slow carbs, no sugar spikes
✔ Chickpeas → protein + fiber = full longer
✔ Olive oil → vitamin E for skin glow
✔ Lemon → vitamin C (collagen boost)
✔ Arugula → detox + clear skin
💡 Pro Tips
Eat this for lunch or early dinner
Drink water + green tea after
Repeat 3–4 times weekly for best results
Add grilled salmon or chicken if not vegetarian
🧾 Nutrition information
Calories: 380–400 kcal
Protein: 15 g
Fiber: 11 g
Healthy fats: High
✔ Fat-burning
✔ Anti-bloating
✔ Skin-friendly