I’m so excited for today’s post! Many of you have been asking me to put together some plant-based meal plans or menus – What does a full day of plant-based eating look like? How do I combine easy, healthy recipes into a full day of eating? It’s something I struggled with in the beginning too – and even now, on occasion – so I totally get it. With the summer season in mind, this 2-day meal plan below is filled with healthy, energizing, quick-to-prepare options. All of the recipes (except the avocado sauce and smoothies) can be made in advance and keep well in the fridge. Yes!
This post was also crafted for a selfish reason too; I tested cake and frosting all last week for the next cookbook. The end result turned out pretty mind-blowing, but to say I was looking for a bit of a “reset” is an understatement. I try my best to eat balanced, but that doesn’t always happen as a recipe tester. When the dessert chapter needs to be wrapped up, the dessert chapter needs to be wrapped up! So in an effort to bring back balanced meals, I came up with this easy, veggie-packed menu to get back on track. I think we can all relate to this desire now and then, especially after summer holidays and traveling. After just half a day, my energy levels returned and I had a kick to my step again! The power of plants. I hope you enjoy it too whether you follow it to a tee or just mix and match some recipes into your normal routine. If you are just making these for yourself, you’ll likely have leftovers that carry over into day 3…never a bad thing.
Note: All the recipes are linked in the chart below. From there, you can print the recipes if desired.
Oh She Glows 2-Day Summer Reset Button Meal Plan
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Day 1 |
Day 2 |
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Breakfast |
Lemon water and/or White Tea (see tip) |
Lemon water and/or White Tea |
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Lunch |
Chickpea Salad with Endurance Crackers (or Mary’s Crackers) |
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Snack |
Sliced apple with almond or sunflower seed butter |
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Dinner |
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Dessert |
Basic Chia Seed Pudding with fresh berries |
Basic Chia Seed Pudding with fresh berries |
Tips:
– Lately I start my morning with white tea and I drink it until about 2-3pm. I find it gives me really consistent energy throughout the day (without the crash that coffee often gives me, but feel free to drink what YOU prefer). If I’m on the ball I will also try to have some warm lemon water (squeeze half a lemon into a couple cups of warm water – sweeten to taste if desired) first thing in the morning or I simply add lemon slices into a 1-litre mason jar filled with water and sip on it throughout the day. Between outdoor summer workouts and breastfeeding, it’s a constant effort for me to stay hydrated.
– See here for a printable grocery list!
– All recipes can be made in advance except for the smoothies (I always prefer those fresh as the flavours start to change as they sit) and Avocado pasta sauce.
– Be sure to try out my Hidden Greens Chocolate Protein Smoothie – it’s a new recipe to the site and is bursting with nutrients! Not to mention…chocolate for breakfast. You can thank me later.
– Please keep in mind that this meal plan is not intended to be a one size fits all plan; tweak and personalize it as you see fit! I often have a mid-morning snack such as hummus and crackers to get me through to lunch.
– You can serve the 15-Minute Creamy Avocado Pasta with whole-grain pasta or zucchini noodles. I use this spiralizer to make zucchini noodles. It’s a great summer option!
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Well, this was a beast of a post to put together so if I’ve forgotten anything feel free to let me know. Do you like these kinds of posts? I’m open to your feedback as always.
Wishing you boundless energy this week and all summer long!
Angela, Angela, Angela, LOVING this post too! In the last 2 days I’ve made the hummus, gazpacho, and the bean & quinoa salad. all DE-LICIOUS! I’m craving a sweet treat so going with the chia seed pudding tonight. All great recipes, love eating good food without the guilt.
xox
Please do more of these kind of posts! 2 days detoxing is not too scary for my husband and still long enough for an energy boost. Have always loved that chickpea salad from your cookbook and I just made the gazpacho- SO DELISH! I’ve never liked any gazpacho that I’ve made before and I’m so looking forward to eating it for lunch tomorrow! Thank you for the loveliness you create!
I tried you Hidden Greens Chocolate Protein Smoothie and absolutely loved it!
This was an amazing group of recipes – I have been looking for a great meal plan for my 12 year old daughter who has had digestive issues since she was born (the doctors have found nothing wrong). I am not a cook by any means, but when I am given a bunch of recipes and a grocery list, I can do anything! After Day 1 my daughter woke up and said, “I don’t feel as tired as I normally do – I have a lot of energy.” She also finished Day 2 and loved the pasta with avocado sauce (I did too!). I felt a little “peckish” on Day 2 and made the truffles from your 10 recipe bundle to satisfy my craving for something sweet, and the whole family loved them (including my husband and 14 year old son). I would happily pay for more meal plans and grocery lists – anything to make life easier – thank you so much for all you do!!!
Angela, this plan looks amazing! Thank you so much for putting it together and share it on OSG! :)
Angela,
What kind/brand of white tea do you prefer? I love trying new teas!
I loved this post. Really excited for the 2-day reset, starting today :)
I totally love these kinds of posts! I have been adding plant based foods to my diet more and more over the last few years, but when I’m tired and busy I default to what I was raised with. God bless you for including a shopping list!!!
Mega thanks Angela,
Your 2 day all day reset plan a gift. Am a new plant-diet convert – 7 days. Feeling thrilled with vegan food – loved your linguini avacado receipe. Yet perplexed about what one eats for a whole day. and your reset plan tells me. Also didn’t realize snacks OK. WOW!
I’ve been eating like this the past two days, except for the Avocado Pasta (trying to use-up the leftover salads first) and my stomach is nice and flat. This surprised me as I really thought the beans would bloat me, as I thought they normally do, so now I’ve got some things to figure out! What I especially wanted to say in my comment though is how great these recipes are. I’ve looked forward to every meal and don’t feel one bit like I’m missing out. The chickpea salad and black bean salad were both so great and my favorites were the gazpacho and the crackers. Together with the salads, it’s just perfection. (those crackers amazed me with how good they are!) Thanks again for all your work on this – it’s got me back to cooking and feeling great.
This is great! You make healthy living so much easier. Thanks for sharing :)
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Such a great post, Ange! I’ve been eating more plant-based than ever recently, and I always like seeing how others (especially you!) so it as well. I’m excited to try some of these recipes!
What a great post! We all need a reset sometimes. I used your meal plan and everything was amazing (the crackers are great with Matt’s Buffalo hummus) except the gazpacho. I used plain roma tomatoes and it came out with a really thick layer of froth and I didn’t get much tomato flavor. I think the tomatoes were my problem. What kind is everyone using?
So, I made the gazpacho again ( I was so jealous of all the rave reviews on here!) using quality heirloom tomatoes and tomato juice that was not from concentrate. It was amazing. In fact, I was disappointed when the whole family loved it, because I wanted it all to myself! ; )
Angela,
My Husband and I wanted you to know that we enjoyed your Hidden Greens Chocolate Protein Smoothie, Chickpea Salad, Balck Bean Quinoa Salad with Cumin and Lime and your 15-Minute Creamy Avocado Pasta so much that we hit the “reset button” twice since you posted this! We are extremely grateful to you for sharing your recipes – consider us inspired…
Bon
This was absolutely wonderful. I was amazed at how much I learned about my own cravings and impulses. Please, more like this!!
I just decided to come back to your recipes after a while of trying other styles, because your recipes are not only delicious, but they make me feel good. I love the meal plan including the shopping list. Because not squeezing in the time to plan for my food has often been the reason I retorted to buying food, which is more expensive, more repetitive, less delicious, and doesn’t make me feel that good.
Followed your plan after returning from camping, and feel grrrrrreat! Everything was delicious. Thank you!
I am in so need of a reset and yours looks great. Easy, which is important right now, but food I’ll really enjoy eating. Perfect timing for me.
You know you could so do a book or an e-book of one day recipes ( a lot of them and in different seasons) with accompanying grocery lists. I know I can do it myself but don’t spend the time to do it- then often end up not being satisfied with what I eat.
Really enjoy your blog. You make a difference :-)
Dear Angela,
A month ago, my boyfriend of 3 years left me out of the blue. In an instant, I lost any desire to engage in two of my greatest’s pleasures: cooking & eating. I became a “fast food vegan,” surviving off of processed options that were effort-free, bland, and palatable. It was what I needed to stay upright, and I met this need with self-compassion.
This morning I woke up with a new need: a need to reset & rediscover the delights of good food! I knew exactly where to turn :) Your blog has long served as my pick-me-up, not to mention a treasure trove of tasty inspiration! I was so happy to find this post, so I dragged myself to the grocery store for the first time in a month & spent the afternoon in the kitchen :) When I got home I released I’d forgotten to buy veganaise, so I subbed out the Chickpea Salad for your Lightened Up Protein Power Goddess Bowl. I also decided to adapt the coconut milk-based overnight oat parfait with what I had at home, swapping in cloves instead of cardamom & cherries instead of blueberries.
I am excited for the yummy meals waiting for me in my fridge this week — and to get reacquainted with that spark of joy that comes from truly enjoying oneself. Thank you so much for helping me get there! Hope you’re enjoying yourself as well — cheers to late summer happiness :)
xoxo,
Heidi
Very helpful ! Thank you very much.