I know that meal prepping can sound like a big hassle on a Sunday afternoon/evening while you'd rather be relaxing or bingeing your new favorite Netflix series, but I promise you it doesn't have to be! Personally, I don't enjoy eating the same thing everyday, so traditional meal prepping doesn't really cut it for me. I really try and listen to my body and fuel it with the foods that it is craving which varies from day to day especially depending on my cycle. Interested in learning about a new type of meal prep? Check it out below!
I would recommend starting off with 4-5 things that hit all 3 macronutrients (fats, carbs, and protein) + a healthy dessert - because who doesn't love a good treat? :) By picking just a few things to prep for the week, it can make such a big difference in staying on track with your health goals, in addition to saving time and $$! Something I know we all could benefit from. So let's start!
Fats: A good mixture of fats and protein are great to keep you fuller longer and help curb that afternoon sweet tooth you may have. My go-to for a quick n' easy meal prep recipe that will last the week and can be used interchangeably as breakfast, snack or dessert? Chia Seed Pudding! Check out my recipe + health benefits here! :) Another great option that requires even less prep time? Avocados! By 3 for the week and use half a day as a snack, or to add to lunch or dinner. One last favorite is coconut yogurt - I can switch up the taste by adding fruit or nuts and if I need some extra sweetness a bit of honey!
Carbohydrates: My go-to for the base of my bowl obsession (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) is quinoa. If you aren't aware of this obsession make sure to check out my instagram - you'll find all the variations of bowls that I love to make + EAT! I make 2 cups of quinoa per week and use it however I feel. I'll throw in salmon or an egg (see below) some veggies or kale and usually top with seeds and//or sauerkraut. To make, just add quinoa to water and once it starts to boil turn it down to simmer and cover for about 15 mins. Want a health tip? Instead of water use bone broth - it not only gives the quinoa more flavor but also soaks up all the health benefits! Looking for a low carb option? Try cauliflower rice!
Protein: If you've been following me for awhile, you know that I LOVE eggs. As someone who doesn't eat meat, I find that eggs help me get the protein I need and can be so versatile. Meal prepping hard boiled eggs for the week is so quick and easy. Just boil a pot of water (lightly place eggs into the boiling water as you don't want them break) and let them cook for 10 mins. Place in cold water until cooled and they are good to go! Curious what type of eggs you should be eating? Check out my blog post here! You can swap this for any type of protein you prefer - chicken, salmon, grass-feed meatballs, go crazy!
Dessert: Ahh dessert! Can be great any time of day not just after dinner. If you are in the mood for a little treat, I have the perfect bite waiting for you, plus it has no added sugars! How can you say no to that? Check out the Cacao Banana Bite recipe now. Speaking of bites -- if you are seed cycling or want to start my No Bake Seed Cycling Bites are a great meal prep option as well!
BONUS! Roast veggies (like broccoli, cauliflower + sweet potato) are quick n' easy way to make sure you are getting your veggies in your diet. Chop + drizzle with your oil of choice (avocado, coconut, olive) and heat in the oven at 350 degrees for about 20 mins or so depending on the veggie and size. Remove and sprinkle with sea salt and pepper or whatever spice you'd like.
Ideally you should be choosing organic, local foods and making sure they are rinsed properly. Also! Make sure that you are storing this food in glass containers vs. plastic. You don't want all your time and effort to go to waste by ingesting more toxins!
Still need more help? In my 1:1 practice I offer 7-day meal plans per session which include at least 3 recipes that are catered specifically to you and your health goals. Sign up for a free 30 min nutrition assessment here to get started!
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