Wow! I have been slacking on blogging this week! Really, it’s because I have been so busy and tired with other things, that the blog had to take a backseat. So, I thought I’d show you what I have been munching on for breakfast and lunch the past few days. (Dinner’s have been a little sub-par, mostly because i’m just plain tired when I get home!)
Since I am pregnant, I am making more of an effort to make my meals well balanced and contain ample protein, fat, nutrients, amongst other things. It is really important to get the baby the nutrients it needs, and I want to do my part to get those to him or her. 🙂
When I am deciding on what to have for breakfast or lunch, the first thing that goes through my head now is whether or not it has enough protein. I have been adding protein powder to my smoothies to give them an extra boost and have just been more conscious about my protein intake overall.
For breakfast, I have been alternating between my usual oatmeal and smoothies. Some days I crave something warm, while others I want something cold and refreshing!
Yesterday, I started the day with steaming steel-cut oats!
I added a lot to the mix, so I kept the toppings simple.
In the mix:
- 1/4 cup steel cut oats
- 1/2 cup homemade applesauce
- 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tbsp unsweetened dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp cacao nibs
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp vanilla
Topped with Justin’s Chocolate Hazelnut Butter and Crofter’s Raspberry Jam (my favorite combination!) and a sprinkle of shredded coconut for looks. 🙂
It was delicious, as usual, and contained ample protein, fat and carbs for my morning meal.
This morning, I started with a smoothie and toast.
Two slices of Cinnamon Date Manna Bread with a smear of butter.
And, a Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie!
- 1 cup hemp milk
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tbsp unsalted peanut butter
- 4 tbsp chocolate hemp protein powder
- 2 tbsp flaxseeds
It filled me up, and contained the nutrients this baby needs!
I have been trying to get a little creative with lunches, since lately lunch seems to be the meal where I most want to eat! By dinner, I am never really hungry…
Yesterday, I mixed up some leftover cooked sweet potato orzo, arugula, a fresh tomato and cheddar cheese. Heated for about 1 minute in the microwave to take the chill off.
YUM!
With, 3/4 cup plain yogurt and frozen (defrosted) fruit.
It was a super yummy meal!
Today, I made up a pita sandwich with hummus, avocado and spinach.
With cheddar cracker from one lucky duck and an apple.
Perfect!
To me, my breakfast and lunch seem to be well rounded, which makes me feel better and happier in general.
I have been snacking on lots greek yogurt. I can’t get enough!
Hopefully, I can keep this up!
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