Gluten-Free Healthy Protein Power Bowl

Fuel your day with this vibrant and satisfying Gluten-Free Healthy Protein Power Bowl, a nutrient-packed recipe designed to keep you energized and feeling great. Featuring a base of fluffy quinoa, this bowl is loaded with fresh, colorful ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, spinach, and protein-rich chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Tender, perfectly seared chicken breast adds a lean protein boost, while crumbled feta cheese provides a creamy, tangy finish. With its 20-minute prep time and gluten-free focus, this wholesome dish is perfect for meal prepping, busy weeknights, or post-workout recovery. Bursting with flavor, texture, and health benefits, this power bowl will quickly become your go-to for a balanced and delicious meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 1 medium, boneless and skinless Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, diced Cucumber
• 1 large, peeled and diced Avocado
• 2 cups, fresh Spinach
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Chickpeas
• 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup, crumbled Feta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer under cold running water for about 30 seconds to remove any bitterness from the natural coating.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the chicken breast. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breast with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 4

Place the chicken in the hot skillet and cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, spinach, and chickpeas.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pour this dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture and gently toss to combine.

Step 7

Divide the quinoa and vegetable mixture among four bowls. Top each bowl with sliced chicken breast and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Gluten-Free Healthy Protein Power Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1950.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2295.6

Total Fat 101.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 174.2mg	0%
Sodium 3757.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 115.1g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 753.2mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 3711.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.0%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 41.4%