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Modern Healthy Lunch Bowl

Savory and Simple Lunch Delight

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Modern Healthy Lunch Bowl

About this recipe

Experience a delightful blend of flavors with this modern healthy lunch bowl. Packed with nutritious ingredients, it offers a balanced meal to keep you energized for the day. Perfect for a quick lunch that doesn't compromise on health or flavor, this recipe combines fresh vegetables, protein, and grains in a single satisfying dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 200 grams grilled chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

  2. 2

    Combine quinoa and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado.

  5. 5

    Add the sliced grilled chicken to the vegetable mix.

  6. 6

    Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

  7. 7

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.

  8. 8

    Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve.

Chef's tip

Feel free to substitute grilled chicken with tofu for a vegetarian variation.

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