NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.25 cup dry quinoa

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 cup fresh green beans

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.5 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 cup water

PREPARATION

• 1

  Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then combine with 0.5 cup water in a small pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

• 2

  Season the chicken breast on both sides with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

• 3

  Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

• 4

  Transfer chicken to a plate to rest, then add the remaining 1 tsp olive oil to the skillet with the green beans and a splash of water.

• 5

  Sauté the green beans for 4-5 minutes until they are vibrant and crisp-tender, then stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.

• 6

  Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve it alongside the sliced chicken and the lemony green beans.