Catch the Wave of Meal Prep: Surfing Through Your Week with Easy Solutions
Ah, the thrill of a new week! There’s nothing like riding the wave of good vibes and endless possibilities. But just as a surfer needs to be prepared for the perfect set, we all need to fuel up for the week ahead. That’s where meal prep comes in— let’s discuss a few different ways to tackle it!
Whether you’re a seasoned meal prep pro or just getting into it, I’ve got some easy and totally flexible solutions to help you stay on top of your week. Let’s dive in!
One-Day Meal Prep Madness
Dedicate 2-3 hours one day to do your meal prep. Invite friends over and/or get the family involved to make it even more fun!
Here’s the deal:
Pick one day and block out a couple of hours.
Cook up some staple meals like grilled chicken, roasted veggies, quinoa, rice, or pasta.
Store your prepped foods in individual containers to mix and match when it comes to meal time. Alternatively, you can portion out everything into containers, so you’ve got grab-and-go options that’ll keep you fueled all week.
The beauty of this method is that it’s a one-and-done deal.
Split Your Meal Prep Like Two Perfect Sets
If prepping for the entire week in one day feels a little too intense, why not break it up into two easy sessions?
Here’s how it works:
Do a smaller prep session on one weekend day for the first few days of the week.
Later in the week, hit the kitchen again for another quick round—say, Wednesday or Thursday—to finish out strong.
This approach keeps things fresh and gives you some variety while still helping you glide through the week with ease.
Double Your Dinners, Double the Fun
If you’re not into big, dedicated meal prep sessions, I’ve got another idea: double up on dinners a few nights a week. That’s right—cook once, eat twice!
Here’s the lowdown:
Make a little extra when you’re cooking dinner. Just double the recipe!
Store the leftovers for lunch the next day, or even for dinner a few nights later.
By doubling your dinners, you’ll effortlessly have ready-to-go meals with hardly any extra effort.
Bonus Tips to Keep Your Prep Chill
Variety is key – Switch up your proteins, veggies, and grains to keep things interesting.
Use marinades and sauces – A killer sauce can turn any meal into a flavor explosion. Mix it up with different seasonings and spices!
Invest in good containers – Reusable, compartmentalized containers are lifesavers for keeping everything fresh and organized.
Batch snacks, too – Prep some trail mix, energy bites, or cut-up veggies, so you’ve always got healthy, surf-friendly snacks ready to go.
Hang Ten with Stress-Free Meals
Whether you’re all about knocking out meal prep in one go or prefer to ride the wave with smaller, manageable sessions, the key is finding a rhythm that fits your lifestyle. With these meal prep strategies, you’ll be ready to hang ten all week long, fueled up and stress-free.
So, grab your board (and by board, I mean cutting board), and let’s ride the wave of meal prep success. Your week just got a whole lot easier.
Stay stoked and stay prepped! 🌊🌞