We all reach a point in our lives when we are determined to change our dietary habits and start eating healthier. However, it’s also a fact that sometimes it’s hard to find the time in our crazy daily lives to prepare ourselves something healthy to eat. So, we end up eating whatever it’s available to eat in a rush; most of these times, we succumb to the rapidness of fast food.
Another fact that gets in the way of having a healthier diet is budget. It’s a fact that buying healthy cooked food can be extremely expensive compared to what fast-food chains offer. It’s crazy how a burger can be a third cheaper than a good salad, and seriously, in this economy, most of us would save some coins instead of reaching our goals.
After trying every single month and failing right away, I came across those satisfying videos of people arranging their meals for the entire week. Naturally, as a hopeless cynical millennial, I first thought this was such a waste of time. Imagine having to cook one day for the entire week! Still, they looked amazing so, I just knew I had to try it out.
Honestly, it’s the best discovery I’ve ever made. To start with, it didn’t take that much to cook everything for the week. I had food the entire week, and most importantly, I reduced considerably my food budget, which was my biggest goal. So, how do you do it? It’s all a matter of organization. Having a clear idea of what you want to eat during the week and buying just the necessary for that meal plan.
I swear to you, this is life-changing, even if you don’t want to start a diet. It’s just a great organization hack for all of those with busy lives!
Monday: Zucchini pasta with shrimps
Ingredients: zucchini, pasta (optional) shrimps, lemon pepper, garlic, onion, lime.
Prep time: 15 min.
Tuesday: Orange chicken with rice and veggies
Ingredients: chicken or cauliflower, rice, baby carrots, soy beans, coriander, panko bread, eggs, white sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, Sriracha sauce, cornstarch.
Prep time: 30 min.
Wednesday: Grilled chicken with rice and veggies
Ingredients: chicken breast, rice, tomatoes, broccoli, salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar, olive oil.
Prep time: 20 min.
Thursday: Salmon with soybeans and rice
Ingredients: slice of salmon, soybeans, rice, lime, salt, lemon pepper, olive oil.
Prep time: 20 min.
Friday: Pasta or couscous caprese
Ingredients: pasta or couscous, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella or feta cheese, basil, salt, and olive oil.
Prep time: 10 min.
Saturday: Rice with veggies
Ingredients: rice or couscous, avocado, coriander, broccoli, cucumber, soybeans, salt, pepper.
Prep time: 10 min.
Sunday: Tofu with couscous and grilled bell peppers
Ingredientes: tofu dices (or chicken), couscous or rice, bell peppers, salt, pepper.
Prep time: 10 min.
These are just easy and tasty ideas for a week’s menu you can do in less than two hours! As you can see there are preparations in common that will save you some time, you just need to calculate how much you have to prepare for all the dishes.
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