Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, snap peas)
  • 1 cup brown rice, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions:

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds.
  2. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Stir in cooked brown rice and soy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  4. Divide into meal prep containers and store in the refrigerator.

Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Bowls

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups assorted vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots, sweet potatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: avocado, hummus, or tahini sauce

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Chop vegetables and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
  2. Roast vegetables for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  3. While the vegetables are roasting, rinse quinoa and combine with water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. In meal prep containers, layer quinoa and roasted vegetables. Add optional toppings if desired.