First off, a big congratulations to Jenn at Peas and Crayons on her pregnancy! And she’s still hosting WIAW- veggie loaded while not being able to stomach much more than bagels herself. Impressive!
2 eggs scrambled with red and green peppers and olive oil, topped with Jack’s special salsa. Half a grapefruit on the side.
My morning drinks vary lately, but I’ve mostly been enjoying tea. This week’s choice is chai.
Yesterday I also tried out a Vega pre-workout energizer that I picked up on a whim. It was murkier than I expected, but the flavor tasted like watered down lemon lime gatorade. Not bad!
Some of you may be familiar with their plant-based protein powders, but I just do not like protein powders. However, this fully plant based drink I can get behind. I drank it 20 minutes before my class and I felt a needed boost!
Tanya and I kicking butt at cardio strength.
This class is becoming one of my favorites. I’m flat out exhausted by the end and always feel it the next day.
Vegetable lentil soup and Greek style shrimp over spaghetti squash.
Thank goodness for leftovers. I defrosted the soup and reheated last night’s dinner.
I snacked throughout the afternoon on almonds (probably 3 handfuls) and half a banana. I needed something more and decided to try out a snack sent to me by Vitatop.
Carrot Cake Vitatop topped with peanut butter
Vitalicious sent me a whole box of carrot cake Vitatops to try out. They are 100 calories each and the ingredient list is decent. I don’t like that it has added vitamins or natural flavors, but it tastes pretty good. I won’t be mistaking it for my Nannie’s carrot cake, but for a quick snack, it was a tasty, filling option (the peanut butter probably helped!).
Sweet potato with a bit of butter, kale sautéed in olive oil, lemon and garlic, half a chicken breast topped with avocado feta salsa
I felt like I was eating all day yesterday. I’m definitely a snacker. In fact, I’m going to be that girl that brings her own snacks on vacation. For our honeymoon, I didn’t pack any and ended up eating my body weight in plaintain chips.
This time I’m packing almonds, a big ‘ol bag
…any other easy to pack snack suggestions?
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May I ask you why you don’t like Protein powders? I am now looking into them but can’t find any without the bad stuff in them like sugars or flavor ants.
I like seeing your meals. Thanks for sharing them
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Just a personal preference. I have yet to find one that doesn’t feel thick and/or chalky to me. Plus, I prefer chewing food over drinking it so I’d rather eat protein than mix in the chalky stuff
My favorite snacks are nut butters and fruit or cheese and fruit. For traveling I always like to have nuts, pre cut up vegetables, dried fruit. That avocado salsa looks so good!
Nicole @ Fruit ‘N’ Fitness recently posted..WIAW # 7
Man, does the Vitatop have raisins in it? I was thinking that flavor sounded really good, but I’m just not a raisin person.
Lee recently posted..In the Morning
They have about 4-5 raisins just on top. They could easily be picked off
We always pack almonds a vacation and some sort if trail mix, maybe granola bars. It’s hard to think of stuff that travels well and doesn’t get crushed.
Make some raw balls or bars? Leftover sweet potato in a tub with cinnamon and nut butter is always a good option!
Shel@PeachyPalate recently posted..New and old mango madness
I’m not a snacker but my fiance is…cereal is his favorite! Also…recipe for Greek style shrimp? Sounds great!
Your breakfast looks so tasty! I do not think that I could ever get tired of eggs!
I really want to try those Carrot Cake VitaTops. I LOVE carrot cake!!
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All of your meals look very good. I am a pretty big fan of carrying with me lots of trail mix (involves: dried cranberries, almonds, cashews, dark chocolate). When I travel for work, it’s a must in my suitcase and in my staff office.
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Can’t go wrong with almonds! I like to bring some dried fruit, a few apples, and Larabars!
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries recently posted..WIAW #74: On A Roll!
mmm those vita tops look yummy! would love to try them!
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Great idea for the sweet potato! I’m going to have to make that soon! As for snacks, I’ve enjoyed the Chobani bites or a bag of carrots and celery or apple slices. Pretty boring but they do the trick
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Awesome day of food! That’s so cool that someone sends you samples to try! How do you get on that list?
For snacks, you can try other nuts. Target has a couple “trail mixes” that are raw. Also, you could get a basic protein powder and make “cookies” with nut butter, oats, and powder… or something like that. That way you can EAT the protein.
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I’m really not sure, Lauren! After blogging for a while, companies have found me and reached out. If there is a product you are interested in trying, I recommend reaching out to the company via twitter or email. Good luck!
Ahhhh thank you thank you!
dude those shrimp and spaghetti squash are calling my name! You knowwwww you want to come cook for me! 
xoxox
I pretty much pack my entire pantry in my carry-on.
For vacations, things that won’t melt and will hold up are always good, like granola bars. I would say fruit, but if you are going international you can’t take that across the border I don’t think. [However, apples are great for the plane ride. Just eat it before you land!]
Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen recently posted..What I (Didn’t Calcul) Ate Wednesday
I’m always impressed with your pack of snacks that you manage to always have with you! Your my snack pack idol
Keep Trader Joe’s pre-packaged bags of almonds (200 calories) and Juice Plus+ gummies in my purse, so I’ll have a healthy snack on the go. Also, try to keep apples handy to grab on the go.
Yummy day of eats! Would you mind sharing your recipe for those shrimp that were leftovers for your lunch?! They look amazing!! Thanks!
I will post the shrimp recipe when I get back! It’s such an easy, go-to recipe for us
I’ve tried that Vega pre-workout drink and felt like it was just okay but… their recovery powder is delicious!
When we travel to foreign places or on any vacation for that matter I always pack trail mix, starbucks Via’s, Justin’s Almond Butter, LARABARS or another protein bar, stevia, and my own tea bags. Never know what’s going to be available
Giselle@myhealthyhappyhome recently posted..WIAW with the Newest Quest Bar and VitaTop
Yum
I alwayysss bring snacks on vacations.. any trip actually.. Pretty sure my in-laws think I’m crazy when I show up to their house with food. Oh well 
I like to bring mixed nuts, larabars (or other bars), rice cakes, and chopped up fruit. And chocolate. Always chocolate.
Avery @ YoungAspirations recently posted..Restore Conference, Biscuit Flop and a Recipe!
Beef jerky is my favorite snack when I’m traveling. Also, lately I’ve been really into roasted seaweed. Yum! Have a fun vacation!
Dawn recently posted..My pre-paleo diet
Great suggestion- I actually grabbed some yesterday
Mmm that dinner looks awesome!
Matt @ The Athlete’s Plate recently posted..#Whole30 Days 6-7
What an awesome dinner, perfect portion!
Im a snacker too! Constantly. Trail mix. A big bag… that you can throw together yourself before you leave..
Have fun
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I love spaghetti squash, and that shrimp topping looks awesome. I can see why it’s becoming a regular on the menu
Easy pack snacks… Freeze Dried Fruit. I know you don’t like protein powders, but you could make some protein banana muffins/breads in the microwave with some brown rice protein powder. Pretty tasty and really clean ingredients. Plus– It would give you something to chew
Haha.
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