Healthy Protein Power Bowl
Fuel your day with the Healthy Protein Power Bowl, a vibrant and nutrient-packed meal perfect for lunch or dinner. This recipe combines fluffy quinoa, tender grilled chicken seasoned with garlic powder and paprika, and an array of fresh, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and creamy avocado. Topped with crumbled feta cheese and drizzled with tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this power bowl is a delicious blend of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a go-to dish for anyone seeking a balanced, wholesome meal that’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Whether you’re meal prepping or enjoying it fresh, this protein bowl will keep you energized and satisfied!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then combine it with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
While the quinoa cooks, prepare the chicken breast. Rub the chicken with olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red bell pepper, and baby spinach.
Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls. Arrange the spinach mixture over the quinoa, then add sliced chicken, avocado slices, and crumbled feta cheese to each bowl.
Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over each bowl just before serving. Toss gently and serve immediately for a fresh and nutritious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 867 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 605 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
