21 Vegan Meal Prep Ideas for a Healthy Week

 

21 Vegan Meal Prep Ideas for a Healthy Week

 

For this meal prep idea I created a pesto by blending up a handful of arugula with a bit of olive oil and some walnuts, salt and pepper. Then I mixed the pesto with a noodle (however, feel free to swap it for your other favorite pasta), added in some cherry tomatoes and sautéed thinly sliced mushrooms.

 

Arugula is an often-used ingredient that can be added to or substituted for many different dishes like salads or omelets. It's pretty easy to make too as it only takes about 3 minutes of cooking time on high heat according to the USDA National Nutrient Database.

 

This is just one example using arugula, but there are plenty more healthy meal prep ideas that can be made with different ingredients.

 

21 Vegan Meal Prep Ideas for a Healthy Week – Artichoke and Spinach Pasta, Chickpea Salad, Eggplant Lasagna, Rainbow Quinoa with Asparagus, Pesto Tofu,

 

"What you will need:

-6 ounces rice vermicelli noodles

-4 tablespoons cold sesame oil

-1 teaspoon rice vinegar

-1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

-2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

-2 teaspoons soy sauce

-3/4 cup frozen shelled edamame                 -1 green bell pepper, diced               -3 scallions, sliced into rounds and then cut in half lengthwise  -5 ounce package mung bean sprouts (or watercress) **if you do not have these greens available or cannot find them use this instead: 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves, chopped """"

 

When most people think of meal prep, they think of prepping food ahead and storing it for the week. However, many people also meal prep to ensure their bodies get a healthy dose of nutrients. One way to do this is by preparing a bowl that includes protein and vegetables.

 

I reached for this recipe when I was looking for ideas on preparing low-carb meals that wouldn't leave me feeling hungry later on in the day. This bowl incorporates protein from tempeh, which also has fiber and Vitamin B12, thanks to fermented soybeans adding health benefits. It also has a myriad of vegetables such as sweet potatoes, kale and tomatoes that are sure to please even picky eaters while adding an extra dose of vitamins.

 

Vegetables are essential for a healthy diet because they provide essential nutrients and vitamins, which are suitable for overall health and help facilitate muscle growth and repair.