1. Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce and honey, cook for another 2 minutes.
- Serve over brown rice or quinoa.
2. Quinoa Salad with Black Beans
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together and serve chilled or at room temperature.
3. Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients:
- 4 bell peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in spinach, cooked rice, and salt and pepper.
- Stuff bell peppers with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Pour tomato sauce over the stuffed peppers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, adding cheese on top in the last 5 minutes if using.
4. Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard.
- Add shredded chicken, celery, red onion, and dill or parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
- Serve on whole grain bread, lettuce wraps, or as a dip with veggies.
These recipes are versatile and can be adjusted based on your preferences and what you have on hand. Happy prepping!