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Vegetarian Meal Prep Ideas


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Discover vibrant and delicious vegetarian meal prep ideas that save time and enhance your weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 can Chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • Fresh Vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
  • Olive Oil
  • Pesto
  • Nuts/Seeds (pine nuts, almonds, walnuts)
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Lemon Juice
  • Dried Herbs (basil, thyme)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Chop vegetables and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Combine the chickpeas with chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and parsley in a bowl. Dress with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Layer quinoa, roasted veggies, chickpea salad, and pesto in meal prep containers.

Notes

Enjoy these meals warm or cool, and mix up ingredients to keep things fresh!

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Roasting, Boiling
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegetarian, meal prep, quinoa, healthy recipes, easy cooking