The Ultimate Protein Plan (Round 3)
Snickers chia jars, mango salsa tacos, and 125g of deliciousness 😍
Welcome back to our Strong Summer Series! A meal planning tool to use to eat enough protein while loving every minute of it. Next time someone asks you where you get your protein from… just send them here!
I have been having all sorts of feelings about the world of wellness lately, and I have a lot of empathy for people who are so confused on what to do next. There is so much conflicting information out there, and it’s impossible to know who to trust. When I felt like I was swimming uphill during my book launch on socials (I was publishing a book directly going against the dairy industry), I learned that big beef and big dairy had collectively paid over 129 MILLION dollars to social media influencers to push the carnivore diet and raw milk in 2024 alone. That's an INSANE budget - and one that is almost laughable that I thought I could go up against.
No wonder why people are confused. The dairy and beef industries are some of the most powerful in the world - they’re lining politicians pockets and they’re spreading misinformation like wildfire. I’ll tell you one thing, big broccoli (lol) can’t go up against that. BUT what we can do is remember that eating plant based proteins as much as you can will increase your fiber intake, decrease your cholesterol, decrease your cancer and heart disease risk, increase your energy and literally make you glow from within. This isn’t about being skinny, or fitting into some societal beauty standard that has convinced us that carbs are bad, this is about getting strong and taking up space in this world. This is about running on the beach with your dogs, or playing sports with your kids, or dancing all night with your girlfriends. This is about the fuel you need to live your absolute best life with no diet culture in sight.
This week’s “What I Eat in a Day” lineup is all about celebrating that plant diversity with vibrant colors, and nutrient-dense meals that are as satisfying as they are supportive. I have been eating these meals all week (they bonus as a meal prep) and I can tell you between the snickers magic shell chia jars, to the mango salsa on the crispy tacos - I am well fed and literally savoring every single bite. Eating a wide variety of whole, plant-based foods is one of the simplest ways to support your immune system, boost energy, and actually enjoy the process of nourishing your body.
Ready for week 3? Let’s get into it!
WHAT I ATE (SPRING 🌸 ):
125g protein
2100 calories
100% daily of potassium, vitamin C, calcium, and iron
Protein HERO of the day: Steamed Lentils!! I used lentils for the kimchi bowl and the tacos. At a whopping 18 grams of protein in 1 cup of steamed lentils, it’s an easy and budget friendly way to stay on track of your macro goals.
MENU:
Pre/Post Workout: Edamame Hummus + Sourdough Toast
Breakfast: Strawberry Snickers Chia Pudding with Magic Shell + Date Lattes
Lunch: Kimchi Lentil Power Bowl
Dinner: Crispy Lentil Tacos With Mango Pico
Keep reading for the detailed recipes and grocery list!