Hi friends!
I wanted to share some of the meals I have been enjoying that have helped me to shed 20 lbs over the last several months. I had some stubborn baby weight that I wanted to lose without feeling like I was starving myself. I like to eat and I like to eat a lot… like a lot. I like big portions that will fill me up! I am sure you can see that if you follow me on Instagram.
Fortunately for me, veggies, fruits, legumes and whole grains are the answer! But aside from that, I also cut back on processed snacks, eliminated most sugar (not perfect but close to it), eliminated oils, and opted for whole grains vs. white. I reread How Not to Die and read The Starch Solution (affiliate links). I turned to High Carb Hannah and Plantiful Kiki for new recipes. And let me tell you that these have all been game changers for me in my relationship with food. For me personally, my body responds well to a high carb, low fat lifestyle. I have never felt better in my body! I do not feel deprived (some of my favorite treats here) and 20 lbs have slowly and gently melted away. I truly feel satiated and wonderful.
So here’s a look at what most of my meals look like. If I get hungry between meals, I reach for fruit, raw veggies and hummus, a potato of some sort, or a smoothie. But these meals are truly so filling, I have found an improvement in my snacking habits.
I hope you enjoy the inspiration. I also have a vegan weight loss eBook, if you are interested. x
Breakfast:
Oatmeal
Nearly everything morning, this is what I am eating. Always 1/2 cup oats made with 1/2 cup soy or almond milk and a tbsp of ground flaxseed. I change out the toppings daily, but my favorites are cinnamon apples (sweetened with a bit of maple syrup) and frozen cherries/berries with choco date sauce.
Oats in a Mug
If I am not eating my oats like the above, I am enjoying them in a mug. It tastes like cake and it is delicious. Here’s my favorite recipe.
Tofu Scramble
Tofu, spinach, mushroom, and potato scramble with a bit of cashew cream. I simply sauteed everything together with a little vegetable broth instead of oil to prevent sticking. I seasoned with turmeric, nutritional yeast, salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
Breakfast burrito
Tofu scramble, black beans, salsa, and a little cashew cream rolled up in a tortilla (whole wheat is best).
Cheesy Hashbrowns & Greens
I buy a bag of frozen hashbrowns from Whole Foods and will mix with my queso… bake at 400 F for 25-30 minutes and then serve with a green veg like broccoli, zucchini, spinach, or kale.
Lunch/Dinner:
Burrito Bowl
Anything goes when it comes to a burrito bowl and literally this is over a lb of food… it is the most satisfying lunch ever. I like mine with brown rice, black beans, corn, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, queso, and lime cashew cream if I have it on hand.
No-Nori Sushi Bowl
I got this idea from High Carb Hannah and I just loooove this bowl so much. Here’s how I make it.
Potatoes and Greens
Roasted potatoes with a side of broccoli or green beans or kale or spinach… whatever green I have on hand. But this is such a satisfying meal. I like to smother in my vegan queso or serve with a side of hummus and ketchup to dip.
Tostadas
Probably my favorite kind of meal these days. I like to air-fry my corn tortillas until crisp and load up with beans, roasted sweet potatoes, corn, pickled red onion, cashew cream, and avocado if I have it.
Veggie Rice Wraps
Oh seriously one of the best meals ever. I love these rice wraps because you can add whatever raw veg you have on hand, or maybe even some baked tofu, mango, rice noodles, avocado… whatever you are into. I like mine usually with red peppers, carrots, cucumbers, tofu, and lettuce. For the spicy peanut dipping sauce, I use PB2 instead of peanut butter to lower the fat content. It is just as delicious!
If you like this post and are interested in more ideas, let me know. Maybe I will pull together my favorite high carb/low fat dinners next? x
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- Weight loss tips I swear by
- The ultimate healthy vegan diet shopping list
- Snack list
- Recipes made with whole ingredients – no processed food, oil, or sugar
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Thank you guys for your support, always. xo
