16 Tasty Macro-Friendly Recipes
Fill your plate with well-balanced meals by choosing from our list of macro-friendly recipes! Find family- and meal prep-friendly options that are suitable year-round.
Ingredients
Macro Bowl
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or farro
- 1 cup chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 cup purple cabbage shredded
- 1 cup carrots shredded or spiralized
- 1 cup kale raw or lightly steamed
- ½ cup cucumber sliced
- ¼ cup radishes thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Pinch of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by cooking your quinoa or farro according to package instructions. Once cooked, set aside to cool.
- While the grains are cooking, prepare your vegetables by washing and cutting them as described. You can choose to steam the kale if you prefer it cooked.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, maple syrup, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble your macro bowl, starting with a base layer of cooked grains. Add all of the other ingredients and drizzle with the dressing.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds for added texture and nutrients. Enjoy!
Notes
- Add some mustard to your dressing if you like!
- Store any leftover ingredients separately.
- Find 15 more macro recipes in the article above.
Nutrition
Calories: 595kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 25g | Sodium: 58mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 12g