Two weeks ago, the baking bug hit me hard, followed by banana bread and other sweets. Sometimes, your body just wants some wholesome food to balance out those sweet treats.
I had intended on recreating my roasted vegetables with kale and farro recipe, but TJ’s didn’t have farro (I picked up red quinoa instead), and my vegetable selection was kind of random. But it worked beautifully.
I started with some sautéed kale and tofu (for protein). It’s the first time I’m used this savory tofu from Trader Joe’s, and it was convenient to not have to press and marinate it myself.
Then I layered in some of the quinoa -
Next was a portion of the roasted veggies – I used red, green, and yellow bell peppers, mushrooms, carrots, sweet potatoes, and broccoli (roasted with olive oil at 425 for 30 minutes):
All topped with some Mmm Sauce, with mustard instead of curry (just not my style).
Veggie and protein filled perfection. Perfect for nights when Adam isn’t home, and for lunches.
It took some time and effort to make the different components of this meal, but it made leftovers simple.
What’s your go-to “clean eating” meal?
Anything with lots of veggies, that’s for sure!
The baking bug has been buzzing around me for a few days now. I’m trying as best I can to keep it away until it gets closer to the holidays! I’ve got a lot of cookie baking to do then.
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I have to look for that tofu! This is totally up my alley (food twins). I’ve been doing a lot of kale salads lately with a touch of tahini, lemon, and lots of veggies mixed in. I need to add some tofu. Maybe for dinner tonight!!!
I love this kind of meal! My go to meal is an omelet with guacamole filled with veggies and cheese and a side of a kale and roasted veggies
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This looks like my favorite kind of combo! Need to make mmmm sauce finally. I forgot to get red quinoa last time I was at TJs and I was so disappointed when I got home
Wow that is serious stuff. I wish the baking bug would hit me LOL. Sadly that is a definite no. LOLZ
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I try to eat clean as much as I can. That means REAL FOOD. Nothing overly processed or filled with ingredients I don’t know what they are.
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That red quinoa has such great color!
Honestly, this is so boring, but my go-to “clean” meal is a salad!
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