Description
This High-Protein Pasta bowl is the ultimate meal prep win — quick to make, easy to store, and stacked with 50 grams of protein. Lean ground beef meets rich marinara sauce and is served over fiber-rich Banza chickpea pasta for a powerful, satisfying meal that fuels your day. Perfect for lunch or dinner when you need something fast, filling, and macro-friendly.
Ingredients
1 cup cooked Banza chickpea pasta (or other high-protein pasta)
6 oz lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7)
½ cup marinara sauce (low-sugar if desired)
Optional add-ins: garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, spinach, or Italian seasoning
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Prepare chickpea pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
Add Sauce: Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Add seasonings if desired.
Assemble the Bowl: Place pasta in a meal prep container and top with beef and marinara mixture.
Store or Serve: Refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat in microwave for 1–2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 520/ Serving
- Sugar: 5g / Serving
- Fat: 22g / Serving
- Carbohydrates: 28g / Serving
- Fiber: 8g / Serving
- Protein: 50g / Serving