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Healthy Lunch Meal Prep

A nutritious and balanced meal prep option featuring grilled chicken, quinoa, and a variety of colorful vegetables, perfect for a week of healthy lunches.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breast Boneless, skinless
Grains
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed
Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped
  • 1 cup Broccoli Chopped
  • 1 cup Carrots Sliced
  • 1 cup Spinach Fresh
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste

Method
 

Prepare the Quinoa
  1. In a cooking pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
Grill the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
Sauté the Vegetables
  1. In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Assemble the Meal Prep
  1. In meal prep containers, divide the quinoa, grilled chicken, and sautéed vegetables evenly. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar before sealing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.

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