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5-Day Meal Plan for Weight Loss

A healthy and balanced meal plan designed to promote weight loss while ensuring adequate protein intake.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups quinoa rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper red chopped
  • 1 cup black beans canned, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  • While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in chopped bell pepper, black beans, corn, and cumin, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat before serving.