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easy healthy meal prep

easy healthy meal prep: 7 Steps to Transform Your Weeknight Cooking


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and nutritious meal prep recipe that saves time and promotes healthy eating.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 avocados, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, and bell pepper.
  4. Add cumin, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to combine.
  6. Portion into meal prep containers.
  7. Top each portion with sliced avocado and cilantro.

Notes

  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave before serving.
  • Customize with your favorite veggies.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: easy healthy meal prep