Layered Taco Lunch Jar Recipe

Name: Layered Taco Lunch Jar
Prep time: 14 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 10 ml olive oil (2 tsp); 400 g lean ground turkey (14 oz); 20 g gluten-free taco seasoning (2 tbsp); 60 ml water (1/4 cup); 200 g canned black beans, rinsed and drained (1 cup); 100 g canned sweet corn, drained (1/2 cup); 200 g mild salsa (3/4 cup); 200 g plain non-fat Greek yogurt (3/4 cup); 80 g shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese (3/4 cup); 120 g romaine lettuce, shredded (2 cups)

Prep: 14minCook: 18min4 servingsMedium360 cal / servingMexican

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A delicious Layered Taco Lunch Jar packed with 37g of protein per serving and just 360 calories. This medium recipe is ready in 32 minutes and perfect for weight-loss.

Ingredients

400g protein of choice
2 tbsp cooking oil
2 cups vegetables
1 cup grain or base
3 cloves garlic
Seasoning to taste
Salt and pepper
Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

Prepare all ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring as needed.
Heat oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the main protein until golden and cooked through, about 6 minutes.
Add aromatics (garlic, onion, ginger) and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add vegetables and cook for 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Season with spices, salt, and pepper to taste.
Combine with grain base and toss to mix.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.

Tips & Variations

Meal prep friendly: store in airtight containers for up to 4 days
Swap the protein for any alternative to match your dietary preferences
Add a squeeze of lemon or lime for brightness
Adjust spice levels to your preference
Double the recipe for easy meal prep throughout the week

Nutrition Breakdown

Calories: 360 kcal

Protein: 36.5g

Fat: 14.5g

Carbs: 22g

Fiber: 5g

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