Easy High Protein Freezer Friendly Bowls
A nutritious and easy-to-make meal prep bowl, packed with quinoa, black beans, and your choice of protein, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cooked chicken or tofu, cubed
- 1 avocado, sliced (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa: In a pot, combine quinoa and water (or broth) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
- Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, and cubed chicken or tofu.
- Season to perfection: Sprinkle in the cumin, along with salt and pepper to taste. Give everything a good mix so that all the flavors mingle together in a delightful harmony.
- Portion for freezer-friendly meals: Divide the flavorful mixture into freezer-friendly containers.
- Garnish before serving: Top with sliced avocado when ready to enjoy.
- Reheat and enjoy: Microwave your bowl for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
Notes
Store these bowls in airtight containers in the freezer for up to three months. Add avocado fresh when ready to eat. Rinse quinoa before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 0mg