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healthy meal prep

Healthy Meal Prep: 5 Simple Steps to Tasty Quinoa Salad


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

Description

A simple and healthy meal prep recipe to help you stay on track with your nutrition.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and chickpeas.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  7. Pour dressing over the salad and mix well.
  8. Divide into meal prep containers and store in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Can be stored for up to 5 days in the fridge.
  • Add your favorite protein for more nutrition.
  • Great for lunch or dinner.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: healthy meal prep