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Bowl of healthy lunch recipes with quinoa, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and greens.

Healthy Lunch Bowl

A nutritious and balanced lunch bowl packed with fresh vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains.
Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 10 minutes
Temps total 25 minutes
Portions: 2 bowls
Type de plat: Lunch
Cuisine: International
Calories: 450

Ingrédients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups mixed greens
For the Protein
  • 1 cup grilled chicken breast diced
For the Vegetables
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
For the Dressing
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and mixed greens.
  2. Add the diced chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion to the bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the bowl and toss gently to combine.
  5. Divide the mixture into two bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtéines: 35gFat: 18gLipides saturés: 3gCholéstérol: 75mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFibre: 6gSucre: 8gVitamine A: 50IUVitamine C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgFer: 15mg

Notes

You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or farro for variation. Add avocado for extra creaminess.

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