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low calorie meal prep

Low Calorie Meal Prep: 5 Secrets to Vibrant Eating


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple low calorie meal prep recipe that is healthy and easy to make.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, bell pepper, cucumber, and cilantro.
  3. Drizzle lime juice over the mixture.
  4. Add salt to taste and mix well.
  5. Divide into meal prep containers.
  6. Top each container with diced avocado just before serving.

Notes

  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables as desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: low calorie meal prep, healthy meal prep, quinoa salad