Georgia White remembers how overwhelmed she felt when she first heard the term “clean eating.” “I thought it meant giving up everything I loved,” she laughs. But with some research and trial and error, she discovered that clean eating is more about adding wholesome foods than cutting things out.
Now, she shares a simple clean-eating meal plan that works for busy beginners.
Breakfast: Georgia begins her day with overnight oats made with almond milk, chia seeds, and fresh berries. “It’s easy to prep and super satisfying,” she says.
Lunch: Her typical lunch is a quinoa and chickpea salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, olive oil, and lemon. “I love how fresh and filling it is — and no processed ingredients,” she adds.
Snacks: For snacks, she opts for sliced apples with almond butter or veggie sticks with hummus. “The key is to keep it simple and real,” Georgia advises.
Dinner: Usually dinner is a baked sweet potato topped with black beans, avocado, and lime juice or a grilled vegetable stir-fry with brown rice.
Think fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, and healthy fats when you practice clean eating—that is, complete foods. It stays away from highly refined oils, artificial substances, and highly processed foods with added sugars.
Georgia encourages beginners to take it one meal at a time. “You don’t have to be perfect. Start small, read labels, and cook at home more often.”
