Description
A fresh and wholesome Mediterranean-inspired meal prep that’s bursting with flavor! Tender lemon-herb chicken, roasted garlic cauliflower, crisp veggies, and a bold olive tapenade come together for a satisfying lunch or dinner that keeps well and tastes even better the next day. Meal prep made delicious!
Ingredients
For the Chicken
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil
½ tsp ground oregano
¼ tsp ground basil
¼ tsp ground thyme
¼ tsp fresh garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
8 oz chicken breast
For the Bowls
3 cups cauliflower florets
½ tbsp olive oil
½ tbsp garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup cucumber, sliced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, diced
Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
For the Tapenade
¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives
1 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil
1 tsp capers
1 tsp red wine vinegar
¼ tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves
1 tsp water
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Marinate Chicken: Combine lemon juice, olive oil, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for 15–30 minutes.
Cook Chicken: Grill or sear chicken on medium heat until golden and cooked through (about 6–8 mins per side). Slice and set aside.
Roast Cauliflower: Toss cauliflower with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.
Make Tapenade: Blend or finely chop olives, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, vinegar, lemon zest, oregano, and water. Adjust salt and pepper.
Assemble Bowls: Divide roasted cauliflower, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, and onion into bowls. Add a squeeze of lemon and top with tapenade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 330/serving
- Fat: 17g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 14g/serving
- Fiber: 4g/serving
- Protein: 27g/serving