Description
A vibrant and nutritious Mediterranean meal prep ready in just 40 minutes, featuring fresh vegetables, whole grains, and legumes.
Ingredients
- Fresh vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, spinach)
- Whole grains (quinoa, farro, barley)
- Legumes (chickpeas, lentils)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley, oregano)
- Spices (cumin, paprika)
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse grains under cold water and cook according to package instructions (15-20 minutes).
- While the grains cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped vegetables and cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in legumes, spices, and season with salt and pepper, allowing to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Once grains finish cooking, combine them with the vegetable and legume mix.
- Toss in fresh herbs and a splash of lemon juice for added brightness.
- Cool slightly before transferring into meal prep containers.
Notes
Best enjoyed immediately or stored for later, these Mediterranean dishes provide versatility throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mediterranean diet, meal prep, healthy recipes, vegetarian meals