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mediterranean meal prep

Mediterranean Meal Prep: 5 Quick Tips for Delicious Success


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and healthy Mediterranean meal prep recipe.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
  5. In a large bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and feta cheese.
  6. Add cooled quinoa to the vegetable mixture.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  8. Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  9. Portion into meal prep containers.
  10. Refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

  • Can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Customize with your favorite vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Mediterranean meal prep, healthy meal prep, quinoa salad