Vegetarian Greek Bowl (gluten free, Dairy free Option)
This easy weeknight dinner recipe creates a light and flavorful dish, perfect for a satisfying lunch or quick dinner. The combination of savory chickpeas, fluffy rice, and fresh, vibrant toppings bursts with Mediterranean flavor. This Easy Greek Skillet Recipe is your answer! With just pre-cooked rice and canned chickpeas, you can whip up a flavorful dish in 15 minutes flat. Plus, you only need one pan, meaning minimal cleanup for maximum enjoyment.This recipe is gluten free, vegetarian, low fat and nut ree. It can be made vegan and dairy free as well.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can chickpeas 15 oz, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1/2 cucumber thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup romaine lettuce chopped
- 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1/4 cup fat-free feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons spicy feta dip or hummus
- salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh dill or parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chickpeas, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are slightly warmed and crispy.
- Turn off heat and stir in cooked white rice.
- Spread the rice and chickpea mixture evenly in the skillet.
- Top with sliced cucumber, red onion, and chopped romaine lettuce.
- Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce.
- Sprinkle crumbled fat-free feta cheese and spicy feta dip over the top.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley, if desired.
- Enjoy immediately!