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This recipe is DEFINITELY a staple when it comes to making lunch, especially for school! It can be stored for the next day or even enjoyed right from the pan to your plate. Even though at the moment school is a little different than how it usually is, considering I am at home learning, this simple and quick vegan lunch recipe is perfect for on-the-go weekends or overall just a great time saver for lunch.
All you will need is a stove pan, spatula, and lunch container. Having frozen quinoa will take a major load off when you are running on a time crunch. Therefore, making a great time saving meal preparation on hand.
Items used…
- PathWay of Life Frozen Quinoa ( recipe uses ‘southwest blend’ )
- Gardeina’s Frozen Chik’n Tenders
- Fresh organic spinach
- One organic cherry tomato
- A pinch of vegan cheese
- Organic clover honey (optional)
- Vegan butter
First thing you’ll want to do is cook the frozen quinoa. Start by having the stove on medium heat and you have the option to base the pot with 2 TBS of water or vegan butter, both work well. Next, pour the frozen quinoa mix into the pan and allow it to heat up and break apart. Once you get a good simmer going, continue to stir the quinoa to ensure all that is being cooked is still not frozen. Let it absorb the heat for a good 5-10 mins and set a side into another dish or container.
Next, you have the choice of cooking the tenders in an oven or stove top. So depending on which method is easier for you, go ahead and do it!
Pro Time Saving Tip: Put the tenders in the oven while you are cooking the quinoa. Once they are both done all you will have to do is lay them on a bed of spinach (or any greens of your choice) and top it with a tomato, vegan cheese, and a condiment of your liking. Recommend using honey for this recipe for a sweet yummy flavor but is totally optional.
For the stove top method, base the pan with vegan butter and fry each tender for about 5-8 mins on each side. Or until crisp and golden. Prep the lunch in a container or plate and feast the VEGAN!
In summary, cook the frozen products, lay it on a bed or greens, and garnish it with any toppings of your choice. Feel free to modify, alternate, or combine this meal with anything you’d feel be best for your liking. Additions are my favorite because it makes the meal stand out more. Whether that may be going for a tangy or spicy flavor over the sweet flavor. Or adding broccoli and carrots. It is completely up to YOU… so have some fun, get creative, and enjoy fueling your body with a passion!
Love, KHG.
Serving Size: 1-2
Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes
