High-Protein Quinoa & Beef Bowls
A nutrient-dense bowl combining cooked quinoa, seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and toppings, ideal for meal prep and sustaining energy throughout the week.
Ingredients
For the Quinoa
- 1 cup quinoa Rinse before cooking.
- 2 cups water For cooking quinoa.
For the Beef Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef Browned
- 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
- 1 medium onion Diced.
- 1 medium bell pepper Diced.
- 1 medium zucchini Diced.
- 1 cup black beans Drained and rinsed.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- to taste salt & pepper
For Serving
- 2 tbsp salsa Optional, add per bowl.
- 1 wedge lime For squeezing over bowl.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onion, bell pepper, and zucchini for 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up.
- Stir in black beans, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt & pepper.
- Divide quinoa and beef mixture into 4 airtight containers.
- Serve with salsa or a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.
Notes
Adjust ingredients to fit dietary needs; store properly for freshness. Use airtight containers for meal prep.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g
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