40 Min Mediterranean Diet Meal Prep Your Tastebuds Will Love
Discover the vibrant flavors of this 40 Minute Mediterranean Diet Meal Prep that nourishes your body and delights your taste buds.
Equipment
- - Skillet
- - Saucepan
- - Cutting board
- - Knife
- - Measuring cups
- meal prep containers
Ingredients
For the Quinoa
- 1 cup Quinoa Rinse well before cooking to avoid bitterness.
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Can be swapped with turkey or tofu.
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use extra virgin for best flavor.
- to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
- to taste Pepper Fresh ground enhances overall flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used as a substitute.
- 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried or fresh works well.
For the Salad
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can be substituted with bell peppers.
- 1 medium Cucumber Zucchini can be a great alternative.
- 1 medium Red Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is best.
- 4 ounces Feta Cheese Goat cheese can be an alternative.
Toppings
- to taste Olives Feel free to mix varieties.
Instructions
How to Make 40-Minute Mediterranean Diet Meal Prep
- Start by rinsing 1 cup of quinoa under cold water for about 2 minutes to remove any bitterness.
- In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 4 cups of water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Pat dry 2 chicken breasts, then season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet, sear the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Chop salad ingredients: dice cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, then toss with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
- In 4 meal prep containers, layer ½ cup of quinoa, sliced chicken, chopped salad, then crumble feta and scatter olives on top.
Notes
This meal prep is versatile; feel free to substitute ingredients based on preferences or seasonal produce.