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Filling High Protein Recipes: Nourish Your Body with Flavor

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A nourishing, protein-packed quinoa bowl with chickpeas, avocado, and fresh veggies, perfect for meal prep or a wholesome lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove its natural coating.
  2. Chop the cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  7. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  8. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.

Notes

Toast the quinoa in a little olive oil before boiling for extra flavor. Use fresh lemon juice to brighten the dish. Avoid overcooking the quinoa to prevent mushiness.

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Keywords: high protein, quinoa bowl, healthy lunch, vegetarian, meal prep

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