What’s Protein Bowl?
Protein Bowl is rich with flavor and ideal for a quick lunch. It’s so delicious that you will want to make it repeatedly! It’s also customizable, helping you make the most of whatever ingredients you have. Gluten-free and it takes only 3 minutes to make, it’s a delightful way to add more veggies and protein to your meal.
Why this Protein Bowl?
If you need a fast healthy nutritious lunch, you have to make this Protein Bowl.
As busy moms, we deserve more than picking at our kids’ leftover sandwich crusts and the tiny carrot hiding in the crisper drawer.
With a handful of basic ingredients from your pantry and fridge, you can make a vegetarian protein bowl. It’s not only filling but also energy-boosting, giving you the energy you need to make it through the afternoon – without the need for a snack!
You will love this Protein Bowl simply because it’s quick, nutritious, and incredibly versatile.
Ingredients for this Protein Bowl:
- ½ cup cooked black beans.
- ¼ cup chopped bell pepper.
- ¼ cup chopped cherry tomatoes.
- ½ ripe avocado chopped.
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese.
- ½ lemon juice.
- Salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
What makes this Protein Bowl easy?
Our readers love simple recipes, and this Protein Bowl just might be one of the easiest to make! With just fresh ingredients, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of seasoning. The avocado adds richness, the feta adds creamy salt, the lemon juice adds brightness and the peppers add crunch, all in one amazingly delicious bowl!
How to make this Protein Bowl?
Combine black beans, bell pepper, tomatoes, avocado, and feta cheese in a bowl. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and add salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir and bonne appetite!
Tools:
- Bowl.
- Knife.
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Cutting board.
Variations to the Protein Bowl:
- Add diced fried chicken breast or tuna.
- Add some parmesan cheese.
- Add some corn, diced onions, and fresh edamame.
Enjoy your delicious Protein Bowl!
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix the black beans, diced bell pepper, chopped tomatoes, avocado and crumbled feta.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mix and season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Combine well, taste, and re-adjust seasoning if required.
- Serve cold, or microwave for 30-45 seconds if you prefer it hot.
- Serve with crackers, and pita chips or mix with couscous, quinoa, or rice for a hearty option.
Protein Bowl
Notes
Ingredients for this Protein Bowl:
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- ½ cup cooked black beans.
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- ¼ cup chopped bell pepper.
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- ¼ cup chopped cherry tomatoes.
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- ½ ripe avocado chopped.
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- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese.
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- ½ lemon juice.
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- Salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix the black beans, diced bell pepper, chopped tomatoes, avocado and crumbled feta.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mix and season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Combine well, taste, and re-adjust seasoning if required.
- Serve cold, or microwave for 30-45 seconds if you prefer it hot.
- Serve with crackers, and pita chips or mix with couscous, quinoa, or rice for a hearty option.
