Low Fat Healthy Protein Power Bowl

Packed with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, this *Low Fat Healthy Protein Power Bowl* is the ultimate nutritious meal for any time of day. Featuring fluffy quinoa, tender pan-seared chicken breast, and a colorful medley of baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and black beans, this bowl delivers a powerhouse of lean protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. A bright squeeze of lime juice and creamy avocado slices bring fresh, zesty balance, while smoked paprika and garlic powder add just the right amount of smoky warmth. Ready in just 45 minutes and naturally low in fat, this protein bowl is perfect for meal prepping, post-workout recovery, or a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner. It's a quick, healthy recipe you’ll want to make on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 piece chicken breast, skinless and boneless
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup cucumber, diced
• 0.5 fruit avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 fruit lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. Combine quinoa and 2 cups of water in a small pot, bring to boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Step 3

Season the chicken breast with 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.25 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 0.25 teaspoon of garlic powder on both sides.

Step 4

Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breast for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 6

In a large bowl, layer 2 cups of baby spinach, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, 0.5 cup of diced cucumber, 0.25 cup of thinly sliced red onion, and 1 cup of black beans.

Step 7

Top the bowl with the cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, and 0.5 of an avocado sliced.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the entire bowl, drizzle with any remaining juice from the chicken left in the pan.

Step 9

Toss the ingredients gently and serve immediately for a delicious and healthy protein-packed meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1630.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1431.9

Total Fat 44.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 147.9mg	0%
Sodium 2576.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 99.0g	0%

Vitamin D 22.6IU	0%
Calcium 281.6mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2238.6mg	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: 28.0%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 44.5%