It's been just over a week that I've been eating flexitarian and so far I don't miss meat much at all. I've had meat twice since I've started, but in small portions. So far, breakfast and lunch hasn't been too different from before, but it's now making sure my snacks and dinners include enough protein. Obviously I've increased my protein other places, but dinner is the most important place for me to get my protein.
Last night I made Quinoa Stiry-Fry. It was simple, quick, and filling. I measured out 1 cup quinoa and cooked it according to the directions (if anyone has a good method of cleaning those little buggers please let me know). Next, I sauteed frozen (yes frozen) stir-fry vegetables and added my own fresh bell peppers because I was running low in the veggie department. Mark started me on adding soy sauce to the quinoa, so I added a little of that as well and some butter. When all was said and done, we probably had almost 1 1/2 cups each on the quinoa and about 3/4 cup veggies. We also had salad on the side to get in more veggies.
The quinoa alone provided about 10 g of protein (but high on carbs- 49g). Needless to say, Mark and I loved this meal and will definitely make it again. Next time I think I might use peanut sauce and chopped peanuts.
The next recipe I will share will most likely be Strawberry "Cheesecake" Smoothies. Can't wait to try that one!
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