On GLP-1 treatment, cooking can feel daunting when appetite fluctuates. These 5 express meals, ready in under 15 minutes, ensure optimal protein intake with zero effort.
1. Veggie omelette with goat cheese
Beat 3 eggs, pour into a hot pan. Add sliced mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and 30 g fresh goat cheese. Fold and serve with green salad. Protein: 24 g. Time: 8 minutes.
2. Chicken and hummus wrap
On a whole wheat tortilla, spread 2 tablespoons hummus. Add 100 g sliced cooked chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, and arugula. Roll tight. Protein: 28 g. Time: 5 minutes.
3. Quinoa, feta, and pomegranate salad
Mix 150 g pre-cooked quinoa, 50 g crumbled feta, pomegranate seeds, diced cucumber, mint, and lemon olive oil. Protein: 16 g. Time: 7 minutes.
4. Express salmon tartare
Dice 150 g fresh salmon. Mix with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, lime juice, chives, and sesame oil. Serve on whole grain toast. Protein: 32 g. Time: 10 minutes.
Rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3s. Small bites are ideal on Mounjaro.
5. Whole wheat pasta with tuna and cherry tomatoes
Cook 80 g whole wheat pasta (10 min). Saute halved cherry tomatoes with garlic. Add drained tuna and pasta. Fresh basil. Protein: 26 g. Time: 12 minutes.
Tips for quick GLP-1 meals
Keep ready-to-eat proteins in the fridge: cooked chicken, hard-boiled eggs, canned tuna, hummus. A simple protein-rich meal beats skipping one entirely.