vegetable meal prep

Vegetarian Meal Prep Bowls (High-Protein & Easy to Make) Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 4 | Tags: #mealprep #vegetarianrecipes #highprotein #healthymeals #lunchideas Why You’ll Love These Vegetarian Bowls Packed with plant-based protein Balanced with grains, veggies, and healthy fats Perfect for work lunches or busy weeknight dinners Stores well for 4–5 days Meta Description: “These vegetarian meal prep bowls are healthy, easy to make, and perfect for work lunches or dinners. High in protein and full of flavor!” Ingredients For the Bowl: 1 cup quinoa (dry) or brown rice 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 cup roasted sweet potatoes, cubed 1 cup steamed broccoli florets 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup shredded carrots ¼ cup feta cheese (optional) 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste For the Dressing (Lemon Tahini Sauce): 3 tablespoons tahini 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey 1 garlic clove, minced 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin) Salt to taste Instructions Cook the Quinoa or Rice Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions (about 15 mins). Let it cool. Roast the Sweet Potatoes Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender. Steam the Broccoli Steam broccoli for 4–5 minutes until bright green and just tender. Let cool. Make the Dressing Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, and water until smooth. Assemble the Bowls In each meal prep container, add: ½ cup cooked quinoa ½ cup roasted sweet potatoes ¼ cup chickpeas ¼ cup broccoli Handful of cherry tomatoes & shredded carrots Drizzle with tahini dressing Top with feta if using Storage Tips Store assembled bowls in airtight containers for up to 5 days in the fridge. Keep dressing separate and drizzle before eating to keep veggies crisp. Substitutions & Add-ons Swap chickpeas for black beans or tofu Use couscous or farro instead of quinoa Add avocado, olives, or hummus for extra flavor FAQ Can I freeze these bowls? It’s best to keep fresh. You can freeze cooked quinoa and roasted sweet potatoes separately for faster prep. Can I make this vegan? Yes, simply omit the feta or use a vegan alternative. Is it gluten-free? Yes—use gluten-free grains like quinoa or certified GF rice.