Posts tagged Prep-Ahead
Vanilla Spice Overnight Oats with Dates and Pistachios: Gluten Free and Weight-Loss Friendly
Vanilla Spice Overnight Oats with Dates and Pistachios: Gluten Free and Weight-Loss Friendly

This is a 5 minute meal-prep (for a whole week's worth of breakfasts!), and it only takes 2 minutes to put together in the morning. It's sweet, spiced, and the crunchy/chewy texture of the date/pistachio topping is so satisfying. Plus, it's under 350 calories, it's got 24 g of protein, and it's got 8 g of fiber per serving! I know you'll love this overnight oats recipe for your weight-loss journey, and beyond.

An extra note: I have Celiac disease, so that's why I formulated this recipe with gluten-free ingredients. Feel free to adjust to your favorite brands, if you don't have to be strictly gluten-free!

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Megan GaulOne-Bowl, 250-350 Calories, Prep-Ahead, night-before prepped, Meal Prep, Oatmeal, Breakfast, 300-400
Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl with Garlic Spinach and Roasted Mushrooms
Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl with Garlic Spinach and Roasted Mushrooms

This Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl is one of those quiet superstar meals I keep coming back to when I want something fast, deeply satisfying, and surprisingly packed with protein. We’re talking creamy cottage cheese (don’t knock it yet), layered with roasted mushrooms that taste like cozy umami magic, garlicky sautéed spinach, and a little optional balsamic glaze or hot sauce to make it pop.

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Free RecipesMegan GaulPrep-Ahead, 150-250 Calories, 200-300, Vegetarian, Veggie-Side, Lunch, Meal PrepComment
Honey-Lime-Tajin Salad with Black Beans, Corn, and Cauliflower
Honey-Lime-Tajin Salad with Black Beans, Corn, and Cauliflower

I’m a little bit obsessed with bean salads. Why, you may ask? Well, I feel like they were the lifeline I needed during a difficult time. I’ve been maintaining my 100 lb weight-loss since 2018, and I did a lot of work to banish emotional eating from my vocabulary (and my behavior) in order to accomplish that. But in the summer of 2024, I was seeing a very frustrating resurgence of that behavior! Especially during the evening “witching hour” of dessert (which would lead to another dessert, then another, then ANOTHER…

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Free RecipesMegan GaulPrep-Ahead, 150-250 Calories, 200-300, Vegetarian, Veggie-Side, Lunch, Meal PrepComment
🍋Cookies and Lemonade Gluten-Free Marshmallow Cereal Treats
🍋Cookies and Lemonade Gluten-Free Marshmallow Cereal Treats

Looking for a bright, zesty twist on classic cereal bars? These Gluten-Free Cookies and Lemonade Marshmallow Cereal Treats are chewy, colorful, lemony, and a little bit magical. Think: crunchy fruity cereal + crushed sandwich cookies + salted butter + lemon glaze. The result? A gluten-free no-bake dessert that tastes like sunshine — and won’t derail your healthy habits.

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Free RecipesMegan GaulPrep-Ahead, Dessert, snack, 150-250 Calories, 100-200Comment
Chewy Cocoa Espresso Walnut Protein Bars with 22 g of protein
Chewy Cocoa Espresso Walnut Protein Bars with 22 g of protein

Most homemade protein bars on the internet look cute but fall short where it counts: the actual protein. This recipe? It’s the real deal—nearly 40% protein by calories, which is rare and so clutch for staying full and making real progress with fat loss. It’s rich, chocolatey, satisfying, and built from pantry ingredients that keep the cost around $1.58 per bar—a serious win compared to the $2–$4 price tags on store-bought options that barely keep you full past snack o’clock. If you’re trying to eat in a way that supports your goals and your grocery budget, these bars are about to be

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Free RecipesMegan GaulPrep-Ahead, Meal Prep, snack, quick+easy, night-before prepped, Breakfast, 200-300Comment
High Protein Sweet Almond Oatmeal with Lemon Curd and Coconut
High Protein Sweet Almond Oatmeal with Lemon Curd and Coconut

The tastiest way to get 27 g of protein in at breakfast (making your weight-loss or weight-maintenance journey easy-breezy). The crunchy sliced almonds and flaked coconut topping are the perfect rich accompaniment to an incredibly zingy and sweet swirl of lemon curd. The oatmeal itself is only lightly sweetened, but creamy and fluffy from the milk and egg whites. Without a hint of chalky protein powder, it’s a filling breakfast that makes you feel like you’re sitting under a palm tree in the sun.

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Free RecipesMegan GaulPrep-Ahead, Meal Prep, 250-350 Calories, snack, quick+easy, night-before prepped, BreakfastComment
High Protein Crunchy Trail Mix
High Protein Crunchy Trail Mix

If you’re obsessed with trail mix, but you always skip it because it never has enough protein, I’ve got the perfect recipe for you. This High Protein Crunchy Trail Mix starts off strong because it’s got more than 5 grams of fiber and it’s got almonds for healthy filling fats, but you’re gonna wanna sit down when you hear that for 300 calories, it has 19+ grams of protein! I don’t know if you know JUST HOW HIGH that is for a trail mix.

I mean, just take a look at this kickass comparison:

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Free RecipesMegan GaulPrep-Ahead, Meal Prep, 250-350 Calories, snack, quick+easy, night-before prepped, BreakfastComment
Black-Pepper Honey Shrimp with Asparagus - Balanced Macros
Black-Pepper Honey Shrimp with Asparagus - Balanced Macros

This really reminds me of a Chinese-American (well let's face it, VERY American) takeout meal, because of the black-pepper honey sauce that drenches everything. It’s the most perfect balance of black-pepper sharpness, earthiness from the turmeric, and sweet/salty goodness from the mix of honey and kosher salt. I’m drooling right now thinking about it. Plus, it's got a beautifully even macro-nutrient breakdown. Enjoy!

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Free RecipesMegan GaulLunch, Prep-Ahead, Meal Prep, Dinner, 200-300Comment
Sausage and Cabbage Skillet: A 10-Minute Healthy Lunch to Keep Weight Loss Simple
Sausage and Cabbage Skillet: A 10-Minute Healthy Lunch to Keep Weight Loss Simple

In my 100 lb weight loss journey, the biggest challenge wasn’t micromanaging my diet—it was simply having something quick and tasty to eat at home. Before discovering pre-cooked chicken sausage and other quick-tasty options, I was ordering takeout every night, which made it really tough to hit my calorie goal. Over time, I started to realize that having a few easy ingredients, like these sausages, made it easier to stick to my healthy plans. Using somewhat-processed items like pre-cooked chicken sausage, flavor-packed condiments, salad kits, and frozen veggies was instrumental to my 100 lb weight loss journey, significantly improving my blood markers in the process.

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Free RecipesMegan Gaul300-400, Lunch, Prep-Ahead, Meal Prep, Dinner, quick+easyComment
Herby Turkey Meatball Lunch Pitas with Tzatziki
Herby Turkey Meatball Lunch Pitas with Tzatziki

Looking for a fresh, protein-packed lunch that doesn’t skimp on flavor? These Greek Turkey Lunch Pitas are the perfect balance of juicy, herby turkey meatballs, creamy homemade tzatziki, and warm, pillowy pita. With bright lemon, fresh dill, and just the right amount of feta, this meal is satisfying, meal-prep friendly, and way more exciting than your average sandwich. Plus,

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Free RecipesMegan Gaul300-400, Lunch, Prep-Ahead, Meal Prep, DinnerComment
High Protein Maple Miso Butter Oatmeal with Toasted Sesame Seeds
High Protein Maple Miso Butter Oatmeal with Toasted Sesame Seeds

This weight-loss-friendly breakfast balances sweet and savory, with protein-rich eggs to keep you full. Miso adds gut-boosting probiotics, and toasted sesame seeds give a beautiful crunch. The broiled glaze creates a caramelized, umami-rich finish—perfect for a satisfying start to the day (your foodie-soul will thank you). Savory oatmeal that's high protein AND vegetarian? Count me in.

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Free RecipesMegan GaulMeal Prep, Breakfast, 350-450, quick+easy, Oatmeal, Vegetarian, Single-Serving, Prep-Ahead, night-before preppedComment