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mediterranean meal prep

Mediterranean Meal Prep: 5 Steps to Delicious Health


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

Description

A healthy Mediterranean meal prep option for the week.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
  5. Fluff quinoa with a fork and allow to cool.
  6. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
  7. Add cooled quinoa to the bowl.
  8. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Toss everything together until well mixed.
  10. Divide into meal prep containers and refrigerate.

Notes

  • Great for lunch or dinner.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: mediterranean meal prep, healthy meal prep, quinoa salad