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whole food high protein meals

whole food high protein meals: 5 reasons to love them


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Nutritious meals rich in protein from whole food sources.


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast – 500g
  • Quinoa – 200g
  • Black beans – 1 can
  • Spinach – 100g
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • Garlic – 2 cloves
  • Onion – 1 medium
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
  4. Add chicken breast, cook until golden brown and fully cooked.
  5. Stir in black beans and spinach, cook until spinach wilts.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve chicken mixture over quinoa.

Notes

  • This meal is great for meal prep.
  • Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: whole food high protein meals