Low-Calorie High-Protein Dinner Ideas That Delight You!
A collection of delicious low-calorie high-protein dinner ideas that are both satisfying and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- Chicken breast – 200g
- Quinoa – 1 cup
- Broccoli – 1 cup
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
- Garlic – 2 cloves
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Chickpeas – 1 can
- Spinach – 2 cups
- Feta cheese – 50g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
- In a baking dish, place the seasoned chicken and drizzle with olive oil.
- Add broccoli and chickpeas around the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a pan, sauté spinach until wilted.
- Serve the chicken and vegetables over quinoa, topped with feta cheese.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg