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It's time to bring it back to the basics. You must have the staples in your house that set you up for success to eat healthy and balanced as often as possible. I have curated a list of my non-negotiable pantry, fridge, and freezer staples that I always make sure I have on hand. I always fall back on this list if I don’t have time to write a list before heading to the grocery store.
I will break it up by section so you can screenshot this and head to the store when you're in a rush!
Produce:
· 2 fresh fruits of choice (usually pick a berry and one other in-season fruit)
· Cucumbers
· Tomatoes
· Onion
· Spinach
· Avocados
Fridge:
· Milk of your choice (I use soy milk)
· Greek yogurt
· Hummus
· Eggs
Freezer:
· Ground turkey
· Chicken
· Vegetables
· Fruit
Pantry:
· Pasta sauce
· Cracker/chip
· Bread/English muffin
· Beans
· Nut butter
· Oats
Now that I have listed my staples from the grocery store, I will go over some recipes that I make weekly with these ingredients!
BREAKFAST:
-Oats topped with berries and plenty of nut butter
LUNCH:
-Sandwich with hummus, chicken, spinach, avocado, and ALL the vegetables
-Side of pretzels or chips
DINNER:
-Ground turkey tacos topped with tomatoes, onions, and a side of guacamole
COOKIE RECIPE:
- 1 cup of oats
- 1/3 of a cup of nut butter
- Splash of non-dairy milk
-1 TBSP coconut oil
- Add in chocolate chips if you have them (measure with your heart)
- Sweetener if you choose (add to your liking)
-1/2 tsp of baking soda
p.s you can even have this cookie for breakfast!
Mix all these ingredients in a bowl, roll them into little balls, and flatten the top so they are in a cookie shape. Pop in the oven at 350 for only 5-10 minutes or until they are solid. Cool and enjoy.
SNACK:
My other favorite go-to for a mid-day pick-me-up is to make a snack plate. I will take a spoonful of hummus, chop up my fresh vegetables, add some crackers and chicken or turkey on the side, and have a quick, easy, and delicious snack plate to keep me full until dinner.
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Happy Holidays!