Description
A nourishing and flavorful dish combining lean protein, colorful vegetables, and high-fiber grains, perfect for low-carb eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Lean Protein (chicken, turkey, or tofu)
- 2 cups Colorful Vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, zucchini)
- 1 cup High-Fiber Grains (quinoa or farro)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Fresh Basil (or other herbs)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Optional: Splash of Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the protein in a non-stick skillet with olive oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes alongside the protein.
- Incorporate the cooked quinoa or farro and heat through for 3-4 minutes.
- Season with herbs, spices, and lemon juice as desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Prep ahead by cooking grains and chopping vegetables a day before. Customize with your favorite ingredients for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: high-fiber, high-protein, low-carb, healthy, quick dinner