Protein Plate Recipe
Served with herbed ancient grains, pick a protein, pick a sauce, pick a deli side.
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Ingredients
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Herbed Ancient Grains
Protein Choices
Sauces
Deli Sides
Method
Preparing Herbed Ancient Grains
- 1
Cook the Quinoa
Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
- 2
Preparing the Protein
- 3
Cook the Chicken
If using chicken breast, season with salt and pepper. Grill on medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Slice thinly.
- 4
Cook the Tofu
For tofu, cube the tofu and sauté in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- 5
Cook the Salmon
For salmon fillet, season with salt and pepper. Grill for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Preparing the Sauces
- 6
Prepare Sauce Options
Choose your sauce and set it in small bowls for serving. Options include honey mustard sauce, teriyaki sauce, or sriracha mayo.
Preparing Deli Sides
- 7
Prepare Vegetables
Slice the cucumber, shred the carrot, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Arrange these on the plate as deli sides.