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Easy Healthy Vegetarian Meal Prep for Busy Weekday Lunches: 5 Irresistible Recipes


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

This easy healthy vegetarian meal prep recipe is perfect for busy weekdays. Packed with nutritious ingredients and can be made in advance for quick lunches and dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
  2. In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
  3. Add the cooked quinoa to the vegetable mixture.
  4. Drizzle with lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Divide the mixture into meal prep containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
  • Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or salsa for extra flavor.
  • This meal can be enjoyed cold or heated up in the microwave.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 60
  • Fiber: 14
  • Protein: 12

Keywords: vegetarian meal prep, healthy meal prep, easy vegetarian recipes, weeknight meals, meal prep for busy weeks