I’ve read some threads that say “What I Eat In A Day” round-ups are triggering. If you feel that way at all – stop reading now (might I suggest something like this instead). This post is in no way intended to create any feelings of comparison or shame, it’s merely a way to share what a random day looks like in an effort to inspire you out of a food rut (we’re in one currently ๐ ), give you some ideas for vegan + gluten-free options, and plant a sneak peek for some recipes we’ve been working on:
Pre-Coffee Bite
Since eating something right before my morning cup of coffee (organic black pour-over), I have seen a drastic difference. To be honest, I don’t jump out of bed at 4am ravenous so a full breakfast before coffee just won’t work; but a little protein bite does the trick. I no longer get that icky coffee stomach feeling, it has helped to balance my hormones, and doesn’t give me the crash I was getting before.
This ball is a mix of our favorite clean vegan protein, organic peanut butter, Mexican vanilla, cinnamon, gluten-free sprouted oats, and no sugar added Lily’s chips.
Breakfast
A little later in the morning, we blend up our family smoothie. It’s equal parts fruit + veggies (today was strawberries and zucchini), vegan milk (I vary the type each day), inulin, maca, clean vegan protein, and adaptogens. This size makes 3 full glasses. ((More smoothie secrets, here!))
I paired it with what Jon has lovingly deemed “our Praeger’s pucks” which is a Sunday Funday Vegan Sausage + one hash brown circle. (I forgot to take a picture of the finished product so here’s one from another day this week where we had a berry, avocado and cauliflower smoothie.) PS – you can’t taste the avocado nor the cauliflower and it makes it SO silky!
Lunch
I love keeping organic corn tortillas in the fridge because they can be breakfast, lunch, or dinner in a hundred different ways. Today I had some juicy tomatoes, ripe avocado, and local micro greens. I topped it with a little spicy Bitchin cashew sauce, Celtic sea salt, and organic sprouted pepitas (which are incredible for eliminating toxins).
If I was more hungry, I might have crumbled a Hilary’s vegan burger on top, but I was in a bit of a rush and this hit the spot.
Afternoon Snack
For some reason (probably because I didn’t add enough protein to my lunch), whenever I pick Grey up from school, we get home and I’m starving right along with him ๐ .
Today I made a parfait with Forager Organic Probiotic Yogurt, my very favorite Nutiva Super Seed Blend with flax, chia and hemp (we have this on subscribe and save from Amazon and I use it in baking, smoothies – so many things!), 2 Brazil nuts for selenium (this helps your body better absorb magnesium), walnuts, some chia raspberry jam, and more sprouted pumpkin seeds .
If you need a little extra sweetness on yours, local honey would be great drizzled on top. Technically, honey is not “vegan”, so if you’d rather, a swirl of maple syrup works too, and it doesn’t spike your glucose like honey does. Since I added the chia jam, it was sweet enough for me as-is.
Dinner
I had been looking forward to this dinner all day. I don’t know about you, but I live for a good soup in the winter. This one is a cauliflower bisque with vegan sausage and it didn’t disappoint! The recipe called for kale but I really wanted to use up these micro greens before they went bad. So, I’m saving the kale for a vegan greens and beans tomorrow. We paired it with a fantastic chunk of sourdough bread for dunking, drizzled with some organic EVOO.
I was almost too full for dessert…but we’re recipe testing, SO:
Dessert
I want to make these one more time before I share the recipe. They are a textural dream – soft, lightly crisped, chewy, and pillowy at the same time. The only sweetness comes from the jam in the middle, and they are packed with nutrients but taste like a TREAT!
I made the base by making my own flours: a blend of marcona almonds (slightly salty) and oats. Then I added the superseed combo I tagged above, applesauce, coconut oil and vanilla. We couldn’t stop at one, and Jon said they are his new favorite. I can’t wait to share with you!
Thank you for sharing a meal (or three) with us today! Will you post your current favorite meal or snack with us in the comments below? I am always looking for ways to change it up in the kitchen ๐ Be well + joyful, kind friend!
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