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high protein lunch ideas

High Protein Lunch Ideas: 5 Nourishing Recipes You’ll Love


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Healthy high protein lunch ideas to keep you full and energized.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, avocado, and cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add cooked quinoa to the bowl with the vegetables.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and mix well.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Notes

  • This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • You can add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Salad
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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