Description
Prepare nutritious and delicious protein-packed lunch boxes for a clean eating lifestyle.
Ingredients
- 4 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1/2 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1/4 cup black beans
- 1/4 cup corn
- 1/4 avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp salsa
- 1 cup mixed greens
- 1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill or bake chicken breast until cooked through. Let cool and slice.
- Cook quinoa according to package directions.
- Combine quinoa, black beans, corn, avocado, and salsa in a container.
- In a separate container, combine mixed greens, hard-boiled egg, and cherry tomatoes.
- For the salad dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pack the chicken and dressing separately to prevent sogginess.
- Assemble the salad right before eating.
Notes
- Adjust ingredient quantities to meet your dietary needs.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or fish.
- Prepare ingredients in advance for quick assembly.
- Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: American