Weekly Food Prep: 3 Easy Tips To Get Started

Not sure where to start with your nutrition plan? Honestly, just having food cooked and in the house is the biggest barrier to success! Keeping your fridge stocked limits the potential of coming home from a long training session or work day and needing to order food out or skip a meal altogether.

1. Prioritize Protein

Start by cooking 3-4 types of protein and store them in individual containers in your fridge. Having a variety of protein options readily available ensures that you can create different meals throughout the week. Consider cooking ground meat like 93/7 turkey or 90/10 beef, seafood, or even purchasing a store-bought rotisserie chicken. These options offer versatility and convenience.

2. Not all carbs need cooking

Having a selection of carbohydrates that don't require cooking can save you time and effort. Stock up on items like tortillas, bread, carrots, tomatoes, mushrooms, bananas, apples, blueberries, cereal, dried fruits, granola, and applesauce. These foods offer a wide range of carbohydrate choices without the need for cooking or preparation.

3. Veggies can be frozen

Don't feel pressured to rely solely on fresh vegetables. Studies show that the nutrient variety between fresh and frozen foods varies less than 2%. So, if throwing a bag of frozen broccoli in the air fryer or sautéing frozen vegetables is what gets you your micronutrients, go for it! Frozen vegetables are a convenient and nutritious option.

Remember, nutrition basics are better than no basics at all. Prioritizing your food prep over the weekend will guarantee that Monday kicks off with great intention. By following these simple steps, you can make your meal planning and preparation effortless while still enjoying a variety of nutritious options throughout the week.

By keeping your fridge stocked with cooked proteins, a selection of non-cooking carbohydrates, and utilizing frozen vegetables, you'll be well-prepared to tackle your nutrition goals without feeling overwhelmed. Food prep doesn't have to be complicated, and the most important thing is having food ready to eat when you need it. With these easy strategies, you'll have delicious and nourishing meals at your fingertips, making healthy eating a breeze.

Written by: Morgan Voz, Black Iron Nutrition Coach

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