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quick easy healthy meals for lunch

25-Minute Quick Easy Healthy Meals for Lunch That Wow


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Quick and easy healthy meals for lunch that are simple to prepare and packed with nutrients.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. Cook quinoa with water in a pot for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  3. Let quinoa cool slightly.
  4. Mix in tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, and red onion.
  5. Top with feta cheese.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Toss gently and serve.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Swap feta for goat cheese if preferred.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: quick lunch, healthy meals, easy recipes, quinoa salad