Making a habit of your diet
If you’re like me, you’re juggling work and life priorities like a professional circus act. So, everyday is a new balance between what you had originally planned to do and what you’re ACTUALLY going to do. Your nutrition journey is a part of that balance too. It’s ultimately up to you to have things in place to ensure that nutrition doesn’t come off your daily to-do list. In this blog you will learn some salmon lunch recipes.
Also, one thing that I love to suggest to clients is to get into the habit of meal prepping. I know that the idea of meal planning can seem overwhelming and out of reach. So this is why having a coach to help you along can help get you started with this skill.
When you’re just starting it’s always best to start with habit building. One week you could focus on having cooked protein on hand, be it plant or animal based. Then, next week maybe the new focus could be on having one more fresh vegetable option on hand. Adopting this growth mindset will take you far and fast, before you know it you’ll be meal prepping without giving it much thought.
For example, having pre-cut salmon helps me make quick and easy meals. Therefore it’s a staple that I keep in my fridge every week. It’s easy to cut/seal ahead of time and thaws fast. Pan frying takes 10 minutes, max. Also, add in some pre-cut veggies that you’re set to go for the afternoon.
Steps for prepping salmon lunch recipes
Salmon prep tips:
- Buy it as fresh as possible
- Portion it out into 1 – 1 1/2 inch slices for easy portion control
- Place in plastic container and store in the meat section of your fridge
- Store in a plastic airtight bag and throw in the freeze for later
Pairing sides:
- Fresh greens of any kind
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Steamed asparagus or broccoli
- Pickled onions
- Brown rice
- Quinoa
- Beans – canned or made from dry
Seasoning suggestions
- Topping it with a tablespoon of pesto
- Keep things classic with salt/fresh pepper
- Spice it up with some taco seasoning
- Being adventurous and topping it miso paste
In conclusion, nutrition and meal planning should not be complicated. While you’re in the middle of big changes, sometimes it’s about learning the basics FIRST. Having easier options on tap can be the ultimate recipe…to success.
LIFT – Life Inspired Fitness Training LLC
