20-Minute High-Protein Meal Prep Bowls for Spring
I’ve been experimenting with meal prep bowls lately, and I’ve found that they’re a great way to save time and money. With Spring here, I’m looking for fresh and easy recipes that can be taken on-the-go or enjoyed outdoors. I’ve come up with a few high-protein meal prep bowls that can be made in under 30 minutes, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Recipe 1: Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Bowl
This recipe is one of my favorites, and it’s incredibly easy to make. I start by grilling some chicken breast, which takes about 5-6 minutes per side. While the chicken is cooking, I heat up some quinoa and roast a few vegetables like broccoli and carrots. Once everything is cooked, I assemble the bowl with the chicken, quinoa, and vegetables, and add a simple vinaigrette dressing. The whole process takes about 20 minutes, and it costs around $3.50 per serving.
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups mixed vegetables
- 2 tbsp vinaigrette dressing
Recipe 2: Salmon and Brown Rice Bowl
This recipe is another quick and easy option, and it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. I start by cooking some salmon fillets in the oven, which takes about 12-15 minutes. While the salmon is cooking, I heat up some brown rice and steam a few vegetables like green beans and asparagus. Once everything is cooked, I assemble the bowl with the salmon, brown rice, and vegetables, and add a squeeze of lemon juice. The whole process takes about 25 minutes, and it costs around $4.25 per serving.
- 1 lb salmon fillets
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups mixed vegetables
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Tips and Variations
I like to mix and match different ingredients to keep things interesting. Some other proteins I like to use include turkey breast, tofu, and shrimp. I also like to add different spices and seasonings to give the bowls some extra flavor. One thing I’ve found is that it’s helpful to cook a big batch of rice or quinoa on the weekend, and then use it throughout the week in different meals. This saves time and reduces food waste.
As we head into Spring, I’m looking forward to taking my meal prep bowls outdoors and enjoying them in the park or at a picnic. What do you use for portable containers when you’re eating on-the-go?
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