Lemon Herb Chicken Couscous Salad Bowls: 50g Protein, Spring Meal Prep
Lemon herb chicken couscous salad bowls make five servings at approximately 500 calories and 50g of protein each. Chicken breast is seasoned with olive oil, lemon, garlic, oregano and paprika, then built into bowls with couscous, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, capsicum, red onion, spinach or rocket and light feta, finished with a Greek yoghurt, lemon, honey and mustard dressing kept separate until serving.
A fresh, high-protein meal prep designed for spring and warmer weather, built around a dressing that adds protein instead of just oil and calories.
Five servings, approximately 50g of protein each, about 30 minutes start to finish.
Why this one works for training
Chicken breast, seasoned properly rather than just salted on the way into the pan, provides the lean protein base. Lemon, garlic and oregano do a lot of work for very little effort.
Couscous supplies the carbohydrate to refuel training without weighing the bowl down in warm weather, and takes on dressing and flavour well.
The Greek yoghurt dressing is the detail worth noting. A usual oil dressing adds fat and little else. This one adds protein, body and tang for a similar number of calories.
The vegetables add volume, fibre and colour without adding much to the macros.
A note on the macros
The figures above are approximate, calculated per serving across five containers. Changing the couscous quantity, the feta amount or the oil in the marinade will move them. Use them as a solid estimate rather than a laboratory measurement.
The Everest takeaway
Spring meal prep does not need to be heavy to be useful. Prep once, keep the dressing separate, and you have five fresh, high-protein meals that do not need a microwave.
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Frequently asked questions
How long do these keep in the fridge?
Four days, provided the dressing is kept separate and added just before eating. Dressed couscous softens quickly, so keeping the two apart is what makes this one last the week.
Can I eat this cold, without reheating?
Yes. It is designed to be eaten cold or at room temperature, which makes it a good option through spring and warmer weather.
What can I use instead of couscous?
Quinoa works directly in place of couscous for a similar texture, with more fibre and protein. Rice works too, though the texture reads less like a salad and more like a bowl.
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