Healthy Recipes to Try

1. Quinoa & Veggie Power Bowl

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• 1/2 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned)

• 1 cup mixed veggies (cucumber, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, carrots)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)

• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook quinoa as per package instructions.

2. In a bowl, mix quinoa, chickpeas, and chopped veggies.

3. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice, add herbs, salt, and pepper.

4. Toss well and serve chilled or room temperature.

2. Spinach & Chickpea Curry (Vegan)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned)

• 2 cups spinach leaves

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)

• 1 cup tomato puree

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.

2. Add turmeric, cumin, coriander, chili powder, and cook for 1 min.

3. Add tomato puree and cook 5 minutes on low heat.

4. Add chickpeas and spinach, cook until spinach wilts and flavors meld (about 7-10 mins).

5. Season with salt, serve with brown rice or whole wheat roti.

3. Overnight Chia Pudding

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp chia seeds

• 1 cup almond milk (or any milk)

• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

• Fresh fruit (berries, mango, banana)

• Nuts/seeds for topping

Instructions:

1. Mix chia seeds, milk, and sweetener in a jar.

2. Stir well and refrigerate overnight.

3. In the morning, top with fresh fruit and nuts before eating.

4. Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp dried oregano or mixed herbs

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken with lemon juice, garlic, herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.

2. Grill or pan-fry on medium heat until cooked through (about 6-7 minutes each side).

3. Serve with a side of steamed veggies or salad.

5. Mixed Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 cup sliced bell peppers

• 1/2 cup snap peas

• 1 small carrot, julienned

• 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp grated ginger

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan, add garlic and ginger; sauté 1 minute.

2. Add all veggies and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes till tender-crisp.

3. Pour soy sauce, toss well and cook 1 more minute.

4. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve with brown rice or noodles.