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work lunch meal prep

work lunch meal prep: 5 Easy Steps to Energizing Salads


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

Description

A simple and nutritious work lunch meal prep that keeps you energized.


Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and chickpeas.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley.
  6. Divide into meal prep containers.

Notes

  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
  • Great for a quick lunch option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Meal Prep
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: work lunch meal prep, healthy lunch, quinoa salad