I'm so excited to share my Family Meal Plan with all of you! Meal Planning is crucial in my ability to: a) stick to my grocery budget, b) make one trip per week to the grocery store and c) stay committed to a Paleo lifestyle. The #1 most important tip that I can share for those of you wanting to Eat to Live is to BE PREPARED! If you don't have healthy snacks and ingredients on hand, you will grab the next best thing which usually includes sugar and flour for me(insert stomach ache here).
Click on the name of each recipe to be taken to the site that the recipe was found on. Happy Cooking!
Breakfast: I typically only prepare 2-3 breakfasts per week and then eat leftovers or scrambled eggs with bacon(nitrate free of course) for the rest of my meals.
~Sarah Fragosa's Everyday Paleo was the first Paleo cookbook that I purchased and I use it on a weekly basis. Her recipe for egg cupcakes are a staple in our house! Make a couple of batches and keep them in the fridge for a great grab-and-go breakfast.
~Easy Peasy Pancakes
Lunch: Convenience is King when it comes to the Lunch Hour for me! I love to make as many lunches at the beginning of the week as possible and store in mason jars or tupperware. Here are a few ideas to get you thru this week
~Take smoked salmon with cut up avocado.
~On Sunday, prepare a large crock-pot of chili, or home-made soup to have for lunches for the week!
~Prepare a salad with any vegetables you can find in the kitchen, and throw a source of protein on top – leftover chicken, beef, pork, hard-boiled eggs, can of salmon, etc.
~Lettuce Wraps - sandwiches made in wrapped lettuce instead of bread.
Dinner: This used to be the meal that stressed me out the most. With two kids and a full-time job, I just don't have the time or energy to create a Paleo masterpiece. But, I have found some amazing recipes that are simple, kid-friendly and delish! I typically cook 4-5 nights a week and then we eat leftovers the other nights. In a couple of weeks I will share some of my tips for eating out and sticking to your caveman lifestyle.
Zucchini Spaghetti(Zoodles) & Meatballs- NomNom Paleo is one of my favorite recipe sites and this is a meal that my whole family requests!
~Skirt Steak Fajitas- I LOVE me some Tex-Mex and could probably have guac and salsa with every meal of the day...FOR REAL!
~Spice Rub Crockpot Chicken- I try to do at least one meal in the crockpot every week...typically crockpot night falls on the day that we have the most after-school activities. There's nothing like coming home from a jam-packed day to a home filled with wonderful smells and dinner waiting to be served!
~Herb Crusted Salmon- Salmon is a great source of Omega 3's and is loaded with great health benefits! This is a simple and tasty recipe that is great served with broccolini or asparagus.
~Paleo Beef Veggie Chili- I actually prepare this recipe in my crockpot. Nothing like a great Paleo Chili for some good ol' comfort food!
Snacks- Eating to live means fueling your body properly and snacks are key to maintaining your fuel level! Below are a few snack ideas to try this week.
~Apple slices with nut butter – peanut butter is out (since peanuts are actually legumes, not nuts), but almond, cashew, or macadamia nut butters with crisp, tart apple slices are all delicious Paleo diet snacks.
~Cucumber cups – cut a cucumber into slices about 2” thick, hollow out the centers, and stuff with tuna or salmon. These are perfect finger food for a party, since they’re not messy to eat.
~LARABARS – most commercial energy bars are full of grains and toxic chemicals, but LARABARS are nothing but dates, nuts, and spices. They’re great for a quick Paleo snack on the go.
~Hard-boiled eggs – eggs aren’t just a breakfast food! Hard-boiled eggs are simple to make and travel well for a protein boost on the go.
You can find the Shopping List for this week's recipes on my Shopping List Page. ENJOY! Don't forget that food is fuel! "Take care of your body; it's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn
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