Changing to a plant-based diet might be intimidating, particularly if you seldom do meal prep. But Olivia Brooks, a fervent supporter of plant-based diet, offers some easy, useful tips to ensure a seamless and fun change. With a few pointers, you’ll be on your way to create week’s worth of mouthwatering, nutrient-dense meals.
1. Beginning with the fundamentals
Olivia advises, “start simple.” “Don’t try to reimagine the wheel on your first trip!” Start by emphasizing simple foods including grains (quinoa, rice), lentils and beans, and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes).
Large quantities of these flexible, nutrient-dense meals are easy to prepare. Olivia advises starting the week by making a large batch of grains and legumes. This lets you combine and match all through the week for a range of dishes.
2. Master One- Pot Cooking
Olivia advises newbies to cut prep time and limit cleaning by adopting one-pot dinners. She adds, “It’s a lifesaver!” Plant-based meal planning calls for dishes like stews, curries, and chili. In one saucepan combine all of your vegetables, grains, and beans, then let them simmer. Not only does it save time, but as everything cooks together it improves the tastes.
3. Purchase superior containers.
Invest in good, airtight containers to guarantee your food stays fresh all week long. Olivia says, “The appropriate containers change everything. They maintain the freshness of your food and simplify leftovers storing. Her preferred choice are glass containers since they are easy to clean and robust. Date labeling the containers will also enable you to monitor the shelf life of every meal.
4. Snacks for Batch Cooking
Olivia also advises ahead of time snack preparation. “Having ready-to-eat snacks is key to avoiding unhealthy temptations,” she notes. Think roasted chickpeas, hummus-based energy balls, or cut-up veggies. These nibbles are ideal for times when hunger arises between meals.
Following Olivia’s meal prep tips can help you not only save time and effort but also establish sustainable eating practices. Start modest, keep consistent, and soon enough plant-based eating will feel natural!
