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A vibrant high-protein chicken quinoa bowl with grilled chicken breast slices, fluffy quinoa, colorful chopped veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, fresh spinach leaves, and a lemon-tahini drizzle on a rustic wooden board, with soft natural lighting and minimal styling.

High-Protein Low-Calorie Chicken Quinoa Bowl

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High-protein, low-calorie chicken quinoa bowl with fresh veggies and lemon-tahini dressing—quick, healthy, and ideal for meal prep.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 4 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
  • 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp tahini
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Divide cooked quinoa between bowls.
  2. Top with spinach, chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Drizzle dressing over bowls and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For meal prep: store components separately and assemble before serving.
  • Can swap chicken for baked salmon or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
  • Boost protein with 1/4 avocado or 1 tbsp hemp seeds.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling, mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
  • Diet: High-Protein, Low-Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg
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