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Easy Weekly High-Protein Meal Prep Bowl Template for Perfect Healthy Meals

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A flexible and easy-to-prepare high-protein meal prep bowl template designed for busy weeknights, featuring balanced flavors, simple ingredients, and meal prep-friendly components.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast (lean and versatile)
  • 1 can canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed (plant-based protein alternative)
  • 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed (vegetarian option)
  • 1.5 cups brown rice (uncooked, about 280 g) – nutty and fiber-rich
  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked, about 170 g) – quick-cooking and protein-packed
  • 1 cup farro (uncooked, about 200 g) – chewy texture and hearty flavor
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 150 g), roasted or steamed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 150 g), halved
  • 3 cups spinach or kale (about 90 g), roughly chopped, fresh or lightly sautéed
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (about 60 g) – can swap for dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the grains: Rinse 1.5 cups brown rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine rice with 3 cups water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside. (If using quinoa, cook 1 cup with 2 cups water for about 15 minutes.)
  2. Prepare the protein: If using chicken breast, pat dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet. For tofu, press excess water, cube, and season similarly. Chickpeas can be tossed with seasoning as well.
  3. Roast protein and veggies: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). On the baking sheet, arrange seasoned chicken/tofu/chickpeas alongside chopped broccoli florets and diced red bell pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until chicken is cooked through or tofu is golden and broccoli is tender-crisp.
  4. Prepare fresh veggies: While roasting, halve cherry tomatoes and roughly chop spinach or kale. Set aside for assembly.
  5. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, Greek yogurt, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as preferred.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Divide cooked grains equally into 4 meal prep containers. Top each with roasted protein and veggies, fresh spinach or kale, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing or pack separately to keep fresh longer.
  7. Cool and store: Let bowls cool completely before sealing lids. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When reheating, remove dressing and add fresh after warming.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure veggies roast instead of steam. Toss protein and veggies halfway through cooking for even browning. Adjust seasoning in layers for depth of flavor. Press tofu well for better texture. Store dressing separately to keep bowls fresh longer. Freeze grains and proteins separately for longer storage; avoid freezing fresh veggies and dressing.

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