Today I am sharing a High Protein high fiber Lunch or Dinner meal, i.e., “Quinoa Paneer bowl” which is very easy and quick to make for Weight Loss. Quinoa is a pseudo-grain and has an ultimate protein profile as it includes all the essential amino acids required by the body. This recipe is a summation of all the nutrients you need on a plate, as the meal is well balanced with high protein, fiber, and adequate carbohydrates along with the presence of essential vitamins, and minerals.
INGREDIENTS:
- Quinoa: 1cup
- Mix veggies: 1 cup
- Paneer/ tofu: 100gms
- Ghee/ olive oil: 1tsp
- Lemon: half lemon slice juice
- Coriander leaves
Dressing:
- 1tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tsp dark soy sauce
- Seasoning (oregano, garlic powder, chilli flakes, dried herbs and black pepper)
- And water as required.
DIRECTION:
- Wah, rise and soak quinoa for 40mins
- Boil 2.5 cups of water in a pan
- Add quinoa while water is boiling and close the lid
- Cook quinoa on low heat for 12-15 mins and keep it aside.
- Take a pan and your fav mix veggies and lightly cook.
- Remove the veggies and add paneer or tofu to the same pan add your fav seasonings like salt, turmeric, spice mix, chilli powder and amchur cook until its cook.
- Take all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well (your tasty dressing is ready)
- Take all the cooked quinoa, veggies in a bowl, then fresh coriander, salt and lemon juice and mix well
- Add paneer or tofu to the quinoa and veggies bowl then add the dressing and mix.
Your tasty delicious Fit-a-licious High protein creamy dinner is ready. Enjoy.
BENEFITS:
- Good for weight loss
- Lowers cholesterol and heart diseases
- Helps in bone health
- Good for gut health
- Controls blood pressure