3 Omni Recipes to Power Up Your Weekend
Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Bell Peppers
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, sauté diced onions, garlic, and bell peppers until softened.
- Add cooked quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and your choice of protein (either plant-based proteins like tofu or cooked turkey/chicken).
- Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Cut bell peppers in half, remove seeds, and stuff with the quinoa mixture.
- Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Serve topped with avocado slices and fresh cilantro.
Lentil and Turkey/Chicken Soup
- In a large pot, sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add vegetable or chicken broth, lentils, diced tomatoes, and your choice of protein (either cooked turkey/chicken or plant-based proteins like lentils or chickpeas).
- Season with thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top.
Quinoa Salad with Grilled Chicken/Turkey or Tofu
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa with diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and your choice of protein (grilled chicken/turkey or marinated tofu).
- Toss with a dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley, basil, and mint for extra flavor.
- Serve chilled as a hearty and protein-packed salad that can be enjoyed as a main dish or a side.
Bulk prepare these recipes on the weekend for quick and nutritious meals throughout the week! Pick your proteins or make a base and offer different portions ad meal variations for your next meal or other family members.
Enjoy these foods as the basis of a healthy weekend meal plan!
Cheers to your best health!
Chef & Nutritionist Jenny Ross
