Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Bowl

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total time: 15 mins | Servings: ½ cup

Nutrition: 290 Calories | 11 g Fat | 38 g Carbohydrate | 7 g Protein

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup quinoa (dry)
• 1 apple, diced
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Directions:

1. Rinse quinoa and cook in 1 cup water until fluffy (12 – 15 minutes).
2. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa with diced apple, cinnamon, and honey.
3. Top with chopped walnuts.
4. Serve warm.

Summary: This apple cinnamon quinoa bowl is a warm, hearty breakfast made with fluffy quinoa, fresh diced apple, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of honey for sweetness. Topped with crunchy walnuts, it’s a nutritious, protein-rich alternative to traditional oatmeal. It offers a balance of whole grains, fruit, and healthy fats in a cozy, lightly spiced bowl.

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Burrito Bowl

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 25 mins | Servings: 1 Bowl

Nutrition: 410 Calories | 17 g Fat | 48 g Carbohydrate | 12 g Protein

Ingredients:

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
• 1 can black beans, rinsed
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• 1/2 cup brown rice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil and cumin.
3. Roast for 25 minutes.
4. Cook rice according to package instructions.
5. Layer rice, beans, sweet potatoes, and avocado in a bowl.
6. Drizzle with lime juice.

Summary: This sweet potato & black bean burrito bowl is a colorful, plant-based meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned black beans, and fresh toppings like brown rice, avocado, salsa, or corn. It’s a hearty, nutrient-dense bowl that combines fiber-rich vegetables, plant protein, and healthy fats for a filling, balanced dish with a Tex-Mex flair.

Balsamic Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Servings: 4

Nutrition: 420 Calories | 22 g Fat | 22 g Carbohydrate | 32 g Protein

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs
• 1 cup carrots, chopped
• 1 cup parsnips, chopped
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Toss carrots and parsnips in oil, roast for 30 minutes.
3. Sear chicken in pan 4 – 5 minutes/side.
4. Add balsamic vinegar and simmer for 3 minutes.
5. Serve with roasted vegetables.

Summary: This balsamic glazed chicken with roasted root vegetables is a savory, comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze, paired with a medley of roasted root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes. The glaze caramelizes in the oven, while the vegetables become golden and slightly crisp, creating a balanced meal rich in lean protein, fiber, and seasonal flavors.

Cocoa Chia Seed Pudding

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 2+ hrs | Total Time: 2+ hrs | Servings: ⅓ cup

Nutrition: 265 Calories | 14 g Fat | 18 g Carbohydrate | 8 g Protein

Ingredients:

• ⅓ cup chia seeds
• 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp almond butter

Directions:

1. In a jar, whisk almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and almond butter until smooth.
2. Stir in chia seeds.
3. Let sit for 5 minutes, stir again, then refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
4. Stir before serving.

Summary: This creamy, chocolatey pudding is made by soaking chia seeds in almond milk and cocoa powder until they swell into a thick, luscious texture. Lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup, it delivers a decadent flavor while packing in fiber, omega-3s, and plant-based protein. Perfect as a wholesome breakfast, snack, or dessert, it can be topped with fresh berries, shaved dark chocolate, or a dollop of yogurt for added richness and balance.