Prompt For Healthy Meal Recipe Generatio

Here's a structured response for generating healthy meal recipes tailored to the specified variables: --- ### **Healthy Meal Recipes** #### **Breakfast** **Variables: Vegetarian | Main Ingredient: Spinach | Cuisine: Mediterranean | Cooking Method: Sautéed | Time: Under 30 minutes** **Recipe: Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Scramble** **Ingredients:** - 2 large eggs (or egg substitute for vegan option) - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped - ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese - 1 tbsp olive oil - 1 small clove garlic, minced - Salt and pepper to taste **Instructions:** 1. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. 2. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. 3. Toss in the spinach and cook until wilted (2-3 minutes). 4. Beat the eggs in a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and pour over the spinach. 5. Stir gently, cooking until eggs are just set. 6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with feta cheese. Serve warm with whole-grain toast. --- #### **Lunch** **Variables: Gluten-Free | Main Ingredient: Quinoa | Cuisine: Asian | Cooking Method: Stir-Fried | Time: 30-60 minutes** **Recipe: Quinoa Vegetable Stir-Fry** **Ingredients:** - 1 cup cooked quinoa - 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, snap peas) - 2 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce or tamari - 1 tbsp sesame oil - 1 tsp grated ginger - 1 garlic clove, minced - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional) - 1 green onion, chopped **Instructions:** 1. Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. 2. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute. 3. Toss in mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. 4. Add cooked quinoa and stir to combine. 5. Drizzle soy sauce or tamari over the mixture and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes. 6. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving. --- #### **Snack** **Variables: Vegan | Main Ingredient: Chickpeas | Cuisine: Mexican | Cooking Method: Roasted | Time: Under 30 minutes** **Recipe: Spicy Roasted Chickpeas** **Ingredients:** - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed - 1 tbsp olive oil - 1 tsp chili powder - ½ tsp cumin - ½ tsp smoked paprika - ¼ tsp garlic powder - Salt to taste **Instructions:** 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. Pat the chickpeas dry with a paper towel and spread them on a baking sheet. 3. Toss the chickpeas with olive oil and spices until evenly coated. 4. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until crispy. 5. Let cool slightly before serving as a crunchy snack or topping for salads. --- #### **Dinner** **Variables: Paleo | Main Ingredient: Chicken | Cuisine: Mediterranean | Cooking Method: Grilled | Time: 30-60 minutes** **Recipe: Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken** **Ingredients:** - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts - 2 tbsp olive oil - Juice of 1 lemon - 2 garlic cloves, minced - 1 tsp dried oregano - ½ tsp paprika - Salt and pepper to taste **Instructions:** 1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. 2. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 8 hours in the fridge). 3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. 4. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). 5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad. --- Would you like to modify any variables or request a different set of recipes? 😊