ARE YOU A VEGAN OR NOT?
Are you vegan or just looking to implement more plant based meals into your diet, but struggling? Well, guess what? You are in the RIGHT place! Let’s chat about how to build a vegan friendly meal that will help you reach your health and fitness goals. Here is a simple breakdown to help you in your journey:
- 25% Protein
- 25% Starchy Carbs
- 50% Non-Starchy Veggies
THE BREAKDOWN
Time to break down how to build a vegan friendly meal further.
Protein
As mentioned above, if you’re vegan or simply looking to add more veggies to your life, 25% of your meal should be protein. Contrary to what many believe, there are plenty of plant based protein sources to choose from. They include but are not limited to tofu, tempeh, lentils, seitan, peas, chickpeas, black beans, edamame beans, white beans, etc. Protein should be included with every meal so that you can feel fuller as well as feed your bodies muscles
Starchy Carbs
Who doesn’t like starchy carbs? Your plate should be filled with 25% of these fan favorites. With a plant based diet, you can choose any from sweet potato, white regular potato, oats, quinoa, rice, buckwheat, millet, farro and more! Carbs are your body’s source of energy so don’t fear them. They transform to glucose in your body which our muscles, liver, brains and other organs live off of, so don’t shy away from putting them on your plate!
Non-Starchy Veggies
Last, but no least are non-starchy veggies. These should be 50% of your meal. Everyone knows the that veggies are important. After all, they aid your body with so much and are loaded with antioxidants, essential vitamins and minerals! You have your choice of any from avocado, asparagus, broccoli, beetroot, cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, leafy greens (spinach, kale, arugula), tomato and others.
HEALTHY RECIPES
Check out the recipes below from our blog. They are loaded with nutritious foods to fuel your body. Try one out. They don’t require a ton of time or expertise to prepare. Keeping variety in your meals and snacks is important. Check back with our blog for more to come so you have a nice stockpile of healthy meal options readily available. That way you can stay on track to reaching your health and fitness goals.
- Pesto Spaghetti Squash Salad
- Apple Cinnamon Crunch Overnight Oats
- Overnight Oat Parfaits with Rhubarb Chia Jam
- 2 Healthy Porridge Recipes
- Five Different Frittatas
- Hearty and Healthy Breakfast Burrito
- Veggie Frittata Muffins
- Italian Breakfast Panzanella
- Butternut Squash Breakfast Hash
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- Creamy Avocado Smoothie
- Cinnamon Coffee Smoothie
- 5 Healthy Smoothie Recipes
- Apple Buckwheat Pancakes with Coconut Caramel Apples
Stay tuned to the blog for additional recipes. Also, check out our Facebook page and Instagram for more tips on eating well, working out, and other healthy lifestyle advice!
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