Budget friendly Trader Joe’s breakfast meal prep
𝙷𝚒𝚐𝚑 𝚙𝚛𝚘𝚝𝚎𝚒𝚗 𝚟𝚎𝚐𝚊𝚗 𝚜𝚌𝚛𝚊𝚖𝚋𝚕𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘𝚏𝚞 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚋𝚞𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚗𝚞𝚝 𝚜𝚚𝚞𝚊𝚜𝚑, 𝚜𝚙𝚒𝚗𝚊𝚌𝚑, 𝚏𝚎𝚝𝚊, 𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚟𝚎𝚜 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚙𝚒𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚘𝚜 🌿🧄🧀 is perfect for breakfast meal prep. This is all made using ingredients from Trader Joe’s so it’s budget friendly. I ended up making this accidentally one day and fell in love with it. A breakfast with 30 grams protein under 30 minutes making enough meals for work week! It’s vegan and gluten free. These Ikea food prep containers are convenient for meal prep, they’re easy to reheat in the toaster oven at 350 F (7-10 minutes).
Scrambled tofu with butternut squash, spinach, feta, chives and pistachios
- 5 servings
- 30 grams protein per serving: (squash - 1g, tofu - 21g, pistachios - 2g, chickpeas - 6g)
Trader Joe’s Ingredients:
- one package cubed butternut squash
- 3 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 5 tbsps chives, chopped
- two lemons, juiced
- 5 frozen garlic cubes
- 1.5 tbsps salt & dash pepper
- 1.5 containers high protein tofu
- one container dairy free feta
- 2 cans rinsed & drained chickpeas
- one bag frozen chopped spinach
- 7.5 tbsps roasted pistachio pieces, chopped
Step 1:
Add oil to large pot on medium heat, then add squash in. Cover and cook for a few minutes until you’re able to slice squash into pieces with spatula.
Step 2:
Add salt, pepper, garlic cubes, chives, lemon juice, crumbled tofu and chickpeas.
Step 3:
Crumbled almost half of feta cheese from container and half of the juice in (the juice adds add so much flavor).
Step 4:
Mix all the ingredients around and check on the squash to see if it’s cooked, it should be by this point, if not cover pot and let cook more, then add frozen spinach in and cover until cooked.
Step 5:
Give one final taste and add extra salt if needed, then portion into 5 containers, garnish each with some feta and pistachios (about 1.5 tbsps).
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Are you looking for a quick and affordable breakfast that fuels your busy mornings? This vegan meal prep recipe from Trader Joe's not only offers convenience but also packs in a whopping 30 grams of protein per serving—ideal for health-conscious individuals. Using simple ingredients like cubed butternut squash, high-protein tofu, dairy-free feta, and nutritional chickpeas ensures that you stay full and satisfied without breaking the bank. Meal prepping breakfast can save you valuable time during the week. By preparing this dish, you can have five separate servings that are easily stored in meal prep containers. The steps are straightforward: sauté your butternut squash and combine it with the seasoned tofu and chickpeas, ensuring a mix of flavors and textures. This dish is versatile—you can adjust the ingredients based on availability, so feel free to experiment with different veggies or spices to suit your taste. Plus, using containers makes reheating simple, whether you use a microwave or a toaster oven. In addition to being simple and nutritious, this breakfast is gluten-free, catering to various dietary needs. Discover more beneficial meal prep tips on how to optimize your time and maximize flavor in your quick morning meals!