Benefits of Meal Prepping: 8 Reasons You Need To Start Right Now

  Benefits of Meal Prepping: 8 Reasons You Need To Start Right Now

 

I've always been a fan of meal-prepping. By planning a weekly meal prep menu, one item on life's never-ending to-do list is checked off. Mornings are easier because there are grab-and-go lunches ready. Evenings are easier because everyone knows what to expect. And life is easier because a little bit of daily stress is relieved.

Quick and easy meal prep ideas are a great way to start your day and get ahead on your goals. This can help you get out of the rut that many of us fall into from time to time with our food. It can also be a great way to help with weight loss, which is something we could all use more of these days.

 

 

 

Preparing meals in advance is one of the best ways to keep on track with this eating plan. It's just too hard to prepare healthy meals every single night without some help. So take a little bit of time each week to prepare your meals for the week, and you'll have delicious food waiting for you when life gets busy.

 

 

 

If you're looking for quick and easy meal prep ideas, here are some suggestions:

 

 

 

Breakfast – Overnight oats are as easy as it gets! Just measure out the ingredients the night before (protein powder, milk, etc.) and then mix them together in the morning. You can add some fresh fruit or berries on top for a little extra yumminess. Or if you're short on time, there are several proteins shakes that only require mixing together and shaking in a bottle. 

 

What I like to do is plan my meals for the week on Sunday, and then I'll do the prep work on Monday night. Then, all I have to do throughout the week is throw those meals together in 10 minutes or less. Here are a few of my favorite meal prep ideas:

 

1. Cook up some rice to use as a base for any of your favorite spicy Asian-inspired dishes.

 

2. De-stem, de-seed, and cut up some fruits and veggies (like cucumbers, peppers, or cabbage) for quick additions to salads and wraps.

 

3. Slow cook some beans on Sunday night for later in the week (try adding garlic and tomato sauce for Italian-inspired dishes).

 

4. Make some quick pickles or fermented veggies (like carrots or radishes) to top your salads with.

 

5. Cook up some chicken thighs or pork chops ahead of time and add them to your salads or wraps throughout the week.

 

6. Cook up a big batch of quinoa; it's great added to salads or as part of a chicken bowl with veggies and beans, plus fresh guacamole if you're feeling fancy!