This nourishing bowl is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor—perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

🥦 Recipe Overview

Servings: 2–3
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: ~25 minutes

Ingredients

Broccoli Bowl

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Protein Options (choose one or mix)

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup chickpeas (rinsed & drained)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
  • 2 boiled eggs, sliced

Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, high-protein)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or light mayo
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Broccoli

  • Steam broccoli for 4–5 minutes until tender but still bright green.
    Or roast at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2️⃣ Prepare the Protein

  • Heat or prepare your chosen protein (chicken, chickpeas, eggs).
  • Season lightly with salt and pepper if needed.

3️⃣ Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil (or mayo), garlic, Parmesan, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.

4️⃣ Assemble the Bowl

  • Add broccoli to a bowl.
  • Top with protein of choice.
  • Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce.

5️⃣ Serve

  • Finish with cracked black pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve warm or chilled.

💪 Protein Boost Tips

  • Add grilled shrimp or tofu
  • Sprinkle hemp seeds or pumpkin seeds
  • Use extra Greek yogurt in the sauce

🥗 Meal Prep Tip

Store components separately for up to 4 days in the fridge.