Flavorful Greek Rice Bowl
Enjoy a delightful mix of Mediterranean flavors with this Greek-inspired rice bowl. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it's sure to please every palate.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 Persian cucumbers halved lengthwise and sliced
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Greek yogurt sauce for serving
Instructions
- Warm the avocado oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion, stirring until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute. The aroma will be irresistible.
- Stir in the basmati rice, water, salt, oregano, and turmeric. Bring to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook undisturbed for 15 minutes.
- Take off the heat and let it sit with the lid on for another 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
- In another bowl, mix sliced red onions with sumac and a pinch of salt, allowing them to marinate while you prepare other toppings.
- Divide the rice into bowls, topping each with the marinated onions, halved tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, chickpeas, olives, feta, and parsley.
- Serve with Greek yogurt sauce for a creamy finish.
Notes
This rice bowl blends the vibrant flavors of Greece with the nourishing goodness of rice and veggies. Perfect for a cozy lunch or light dinner.