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Postpartum Meal Prep

Nutritious and easy-to-prepare meals designed to support postpartum recovery and provide essential nutrients for new mothers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Healthy
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Grains
  • 2 cups Quinoa Rinsed
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Rinsed
Proteins
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Diced
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 4 large Eggs Hard-boiled
Vegetables
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped
  • 1 cup Broccoli Chopped
  • 1 cup Carrots Sliced
Fats
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil For cooking
  • 1 avocado Avocado Sliced
Herbs and Spices
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper To taste

Method
 

Prepare Grains
  1. In a large pot, combine quinoa and brown rice with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until grains are cooked and water is absorbed.
Cook Chicken
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Season with garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Sauté Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add chopped bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Combine and Serve
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked grains, chicken, and sautéed vegetables. Toss to combine. Serve warm with sliced avocado on top and hard-boiled eggs on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These meals can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.

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