Mediterranean Bowl - Meal 1 Option

A protein-packed, fresh, and flavorful bowl perfect for breakfast, lunch, or meal prep. Packed with lean protein, greens, and Mediterranean-inspired flavors.

Note: This is geared around a daily 1,200 calorie goal. Please see my meal plan how-to for more information!

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• 1 grilled chicken breast (6 oz)

• 1 cup hot spinach

• ½ cup mushrooms, sautéed or roasted

• ¼ cup pickle slices

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon oregano

• 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt (optional dollop)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the base: Prepare quinoa according to package instructions and keep warm.

2. Cook the protein: Grill the chicken breast until fully cooked. Slice or dice it.

3. Prepare the veggies: Sauté or roast mushrooms and heat the spinach until wilted.

4. Assemble the bowl: In a serving bowl, layer quinoa, chicken, spinach, mushrooms, and pickle slices.

5. Add flavor: Drizzle lemon juice over the bowl and sprinkle with oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper.

6. Finish: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt on top for creaminess. Serve warm.

Meal Prep Tip

• Batch prep: Cook quinoa and grill multiple chicken breasts ahead of time. Store separately with vegetables in meal prep containers.

• Storage: Keeps in the fridge for 2–3 days. Add Greek yogurt just before eating to keep it fresh.

• Mix it up: Swap in roasted bell peppers or cherry tomatoes to add color and nutrients.