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protein meal prep

Protein Meal Prep: 5 Steps to Healthy, Flavorful Meals


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A nutritious protein-packed meal prep for your week.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups quinoa
  • 1 pound chicken breast
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. Grill or bake the chicken breast until fully cooked.
  3. Drain and rinse the black beans.
  4. Chop the red bell pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chicken, black beans, corn, and bell pepper.
  6. Add olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  7. Portion into meal prep containers.

Notes

  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables as desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Baking and Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: protein meal prep