Easy high-protein plant based meal and snack ideas in under 30 minutes
As someone who eats a mostly plant-based whole foods diet (I did begin to eat certified humane eggs again a few weeks ago for the sake of my pregnancy), I was never particularly great at consuming the recommended daily amount of protein before I got pregnant. So, you can imagine that I became a tad worried once my doctor told me that I needed to consume approximately 60-75 grams of protein a day now that I’m pregnant. 60-75 grams!!
Despite feeling overwhelmed at first, I eventually realized that a little bit of focus could go along way. With a bit of planning and a lot of grocery shopping, I was able to step up my protein game. And the best part is that I’ve been able to do it while sticking to a super clean and nutritious diet.
If consuming an adequate amount of protein while sticking to a healthy plant based diet during pregnancy is something that you’re currently struggling with, then this post is for you. Today I’m sharing all of the delicious and protein-rich smoothies, bowls, salads (and more!) that I’ve been enjoying so far during my pregnancy. Check them out!
glowing green smoothie
2 cups of spinach
1 cup kale
1 small or 1/2 large pear or apple
1/3 cucumber
mint leaves
1.5 cups water
protein smoothie
1 scoop chocolate protein (I use Sun Warrior)
1 cup nut milk
1 tbsp almond butter
1/2 frozen banana
1 tsp cinnamon
morning bowl
1/2 cup oats
1/2 cup coconut yogurt
2 tablespoon chia
2 tablespoons hemp hearts
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
1/2 cup raspberries
1 tsp maple syrup
protein chopped salad
1 cup butter lettuce
1 cup spinach
1/2 cup edamame
1/4 cup cooked quinoa
3 olives, chopped
1 persian cucumber, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1/4 cup sliced almonds
balsamic vinaigrette
TLT collard wrap
1 collard wrap
1 tsp vegan mayo
1/3 avocado, mashed
handful of spinach
1 roma tomato, sliced
4 slices tempeh bacon (I use Tofurky Smokey Maple Bacon)
mediterranean tofu scramble
1/3 package soft tofu
2 cups spinach
3 kalmata olives, sliced
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tbsp turmeric powder
1 tsp oregano
Chinese Fried Rice
1/2 cup edamame, shelled
1/3 pckg soft tofu
1/2 cup celery, sliced
3 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1/3 cup baby corn
1 green onion, chopped
1/2 cup brown rice, cooked
(sauce)
1 tbsp white miso
2 tbsp tamari
2 tsp arrowroot powder
Sliced Apples and Almond Butter
1 medium apple, cut in small wedges
2 tbsp almond butter
Celery Almond Butter Boats
5-10 celery sticks
2 tbsp almond butter
Chia Pudding
3 tbsp chia seeds
1 cup nut milk
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp hemp seeds
2 tbsp almonds, chopped or sliced
mixed berries
Sushi Bowl
1/2 cup quinoa, cooked
1/2 cup edamame, shelled
1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
1/2 cup carrots, shredded
1 green onion, chopped
1 tbsp black sesame seeds
(sauce)
1 tbsp tamari
1 tbsp spicy mayo (vegan mayo + siracha sauce)
