The Lunchbox

Elevate your midday meal with "The Lunchbox," a vibrant and nutritious recipe that's as convenient as it is delicious! This wholesome, balanced lunch combines fluffy cooked quinoa and tender grilled chicken breast with a medley of fresh flavors, including crisp baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and cool cucumbers, all lightly dressed with lemon juice and olive oil. Creamy feta cheese and a dollop of hummus add satisfying richness, while apple slices and mixed nuts provide a naturally sweet, crunchy finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-assemble meal is perfect for meal prep or an on-the-go energy boost. Whether you're looking for a high-protein lunch idea, meal prep inspiration, or a healthy lunchbox recipe, this dish has you covered!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cooked quinoa
• 1 piece Grilled chicken breast
• 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 piece Cucumber
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Hummus
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 apple Apple slices
• 2 tablespoons Mixed nuts

Directions

Step 1

Cook quinoa according to package instructions, fluff with a fork, and let cool slightly.

Step 2

Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until fully cooked, about 5 minutes per side. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 3

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the cucumber into small cubes.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat.

Step 5

Assemble the lunchbox: On one side, place the cooked quinoa. Add the sliced chicken on top of the quinoa. On the other side, arrange the spinach salad.

Step 6

Sprinkle the feta cheese over the salad and place a small dollop of hummus next to the chicken for dipping.

Step 7

Add a section for apple slices and garnish the final section with mixed nuts for a crunchy and sweet snack.

Step 8

Close the lunchbox securely and refrigerate if not eating immediately. Before eating, bring the lunchbox to room temperature for 10-15 minutes if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1175.1 grams (1175.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2662

Total Fat 196.20g	252%
Saturated Fat 32.00g	160%
Polyunsaturated Fat 46.30g
Cholesterol 163mg	54%
Sodium 3286mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 136.70g	50%
Dietary Fiber 35.90g	128%
Total Sugars 31.10g
Protein 117.00g	234%

Vitamin D 6IU	30%
Calcium 599mg	46%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 3446mg	73%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 19.7%