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healthy meal prep

Healthy Meal Prep: 7 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe


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

Description

A guide to preparing healthy meals in advance for the week.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  3. In a large bowl, combine black beans, bell peppers, corn, and cilantro.
  4. Add cooked quinoa to the bowl.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  7. Divide into meal prep containers.

Notes

  • This meal can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Feel free to add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein.
  • Customize with your favorite vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: healthy meal prep