Now this is the kind of meal prep we can get behind!

Recipe photo: Ted + Chelsea Cavanaugh.

The Mediterranean diet tops the charts as one of thebest go-to diets year after yearand for good reason.

a recipe photo of the Overnight Quinoa Pudding

Photo:Recipe photo: Ted + Chelsea Cavanaugh. EatingWell design.

Enter,Overnight Quinoa Pudding.

Here are all the reasons dietitians love this high-protein combo so much!

In fact, research shows that protein is more satisfying and filling than either fat or carbohydrates.

In addition to keeping you full for longer,fiberhas been linked with benefits for heart and gut health.

It may also reduce the risk of certain types of cancer and can support weight management.

Want to maximize your fiber intake?

Raspberries are a treasure trove of fiber, providing 8 grams per 1-cup serving!

Prefer honey to maple syrup?

Or want to nix the added sugar completely?

Feel free to get creative and adjust the recipe to meet your needs.

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FoodData Central.Kefir, lowfat, plain.

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FoodData Central.Quinoa, cooked.

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FoodData Central.Seeds, chia seeds, dried.

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FoodData Central.Raspberries, raw.

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FoodData Central.Seeds, hemp seed, hulled.

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FoodData Central.Yogurt, Greek, plain, nonfat.

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FoodData Central.Beans, white, mature seeds, canned.

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FoodData Central.Fish, salmon, chinook, smoked, lox.