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Meal Prep for the Week for Beginners

A simple and nutritious meal prep plan designed for beginners, featuring a variety of easy-to-make dishes that can be prepared in advance for the week.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Proteins
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Boneless, skinless
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey
Vegetables
  • 2 cups Broccoli Chopped
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Sliced
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh
  • 1 cup Carrots Sliced
Grains
  • 2 cups Brown Rice Uncooked
  • 1 cup Quinoa Uncooked
Condiments & Spices
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For cooking
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Grains
  1. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. In a separate pot, cook the quinoa as per package directions.
Cook the Proteins
  1. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and let rest before slicing.
  2. In the same skillet, add ground turkey and season with cumin and paprika. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. On a baking sheet, toss broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  2. In the last 5 minutes of roasting, add spinach to the baking sheet to wilt.
Assemble the Meal Prep Containers
  1. Divide the cooked grains, proteins, and vegetables evenly among the meal prep containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables and proteins based on your preferences. This meal prep is versatile and can be adjusted for different dietary needs.

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