Low Fat Healthy Protein Power Bowl
Fuel your day with this vibrant, nutrient-dense Low Fat Healthy Protein Power Bowl! Packed with wholesome ingredients like fluffy quinoa, juicy pan-seared chicken breast, and a colorful medley of fresh baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and creamy avocado, this recipe is a perfect balance of lean protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Infused with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lime and a hint of smoked paprika and garlic, each bite is a burst of flavor! Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make power bowl is ideal for meal prep or a quick dinner solution. Naturally low in fat, high in protein, and gluten-free, it’s the ultimate guilt-free, satisfying meal for a healthy lifestyle. Whether you're fueling up post-workout or looking for a refreshing lunch, this power bowl has you covered!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 piece chicken breast, skinless and boneless
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup cucumber, diced
- 0.5 fruit avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 fruit lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. Combine quinoa and 2 cups of water in a small pot, bring to boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Season the chicken breast with 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.25 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 0.25 teaspoon of garlic powder on both sides.
Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breast for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
In a large bowl, layer 2 cups of baby spinach, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, 0.5 cup of diced cucumber, 0.25 cup of thinly sliced red onion, and 1 cup of black beans.
Top the bowl with the cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, and 0.5 of an avocado sliced.
Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the entire bowl, drizzle with any remaining juice from the chicken left in the pan.
Toss the ingredients gently and serve immediately for a delicious and healthy protein-packed meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 2577 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.3 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.0 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2239 mg | 48% | |
*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.
