MEAL PREP for SPRING | healthy recipes + PDF guide

[@Downshiftology]

Hi guys! My second meal prep video is finally here. Woot! I hope you love this one as much as the first video and if you'd like to see a summer meal prep video let me know in the comments below. If you have any specific ingredients or recipes you'd like to see in a new video, let me know that as well. Happy meal prepping! xo - Lisa

[@debbiestaneland231]

Thank you so much Lisa! This was great. Such variety with not very many ingredients. Hope you enjoy the holiday weekend now :)

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Debbie! And I'm definitely taking a day or two off to relax now. ;) Hope you enjoy the recipes!

[@ash-xs3bm]

Downshiftology thanks so much for meal prep ideas!! As a college student, meal prepping makes my life so much easier. Can't wait to try these recipes. Looking forward to more. :)

[@sharmilawilliams3599]

I love these meal prep videos and would love more!

[@Aceinthehole1179]

Downshiftology I have discovered your channel & wanted to tell you thank you for making wonderful vids. I’m trying at 39 to change my eating lifestyle & you have giving me some great ideas. I do have one question? I don’t know what or how to find a good Matcha tea 🍵. Their are so many brands , do you mind recommending one? Thank you ! Great vids & you have a new subscriber:)

[@hallieharmon701]

These videos make me feel like I could have some control over my own life.

[@denitsaprodanova]

You inspire me to start meal prepping and eat healthier.

[@Downshiftology]

So happy to hear that! :)

[@akaMommy]

One of my favorite aspects to your meal prep videos (as well as recipe videos) is that you use affordable and accessible ingredients. Healthy food does NOT have to cost a fortune! Thank you for sharing these ideas. Can't wait to see more videos soon! :)

[@Downshiftology]

Yes, it's so true! Healthy food is definitely accessible for all. No need for spirulina and goji berries on everything (though I do like those as well - ha). ;) But the simple basics are where it's at!

[@hanahanadi]

it depends where are you living. In my country most of the ingredients are so so expensive, avocado, srimp, chia, almonds, etc. Only the carrot is not that expensive. Also the tools are insane expensive.

[@roskidd]

Possibly the best meal prep video I've ever seen.

[@Downshiftology]

Yay - thanks so much! Happy you enjoyed it!

[@chocnass]

Agreed

[@cynthiarowe1519]

Thank you for making meal prep streamlined for busy people. Beautiful, simple food!

[@ellenradford8582]

I had bariatric surgery in 2019, yep right before the pandemic of 2020. I have lost 120 pounds and found I am gluten sensitive. My husband has found out he has Celiac disease. So we are a gluten-free house now and I am learning how to meal prep and do things the healthy way. You are so inspiring to me for a great way to meal prep...buffet style is so much more appealing than eating the same thing everyday. Thank you for that idea!

[@ChrisetteMichelesWorld]

You are literally genius!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Chrisette! :) x

[@MC-po4fi]

Entirely agree 🤗

[@Natashaskitchen]

I love this!! I agree - seasonal is best and taste best also! Thanks for sharing.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks Natasha! And yes, so much more flavor when you eat veggies in season. :)

[@guitrygachelin8972]

@@Downshiftology Great Video. The food mixture is creative, fresh and inspiring. Really Enjoyed the Video

[@sedikharoutonian8158]

❤️😍HI! Lisa, Just wanted to say A big THANK YOU FOR your support, help, for all the meal prep, help in shopping, Making such an big help, Throughout the year, and every expect in my life, and home. I wish I was able too give you a huge. So now I'm one of your biggest fan 😊 Most off your Gluten free, Recipes I've known through my Daughter, For She has a very high level of allergies to Gluten. Now I can support and surprise her with new delicious fun things to enjoy.

[@NSJS95]

Ugghh how do I get my life together like you?!?!?! Life goals!! Just a beautiful person cooking a beautiful meal in a beautiful kitchen!

[@Downshiftology]

Just lots of little baby steps. :) x

[@SouthernTee71]

This is the very first meal prep video I love! You make it so easy. You're not cooking pounds of meat and vegetables. You make every ingredient so diverse and delicious. I'm so glad your channel came up on my home feed. Thank you for the videos.

[@betholsen424]

I love this! I have autoimmune illnesses too, and sometimes I just do not have enough energy to cook when I get home from work. This is inspiring me to eat more fresh foods and variety for better health. Thanks so much!

[@kathleenn816]

As a Vietnamese, really appreciate your spin on the summer rolls... much easier and quicker to make!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much and I'm thrilled to hear that. :) x

[@barb8707]

I'm so blessed to have found your channel and to learn how to prepare these beautiful meals. Barbara

[@Downshiftology]

Thank you! So happy you enjoy the videos and recipes!

[@v.h.862]

My words Bar B. Thank you so much for sharing with us 👍🏽

[@CP-gq5fw]

Thank you for you these meal prep videos. I'm a busy homeschooling mom, grandma caring for a newborn and housewife, so I really need these helpful videos. Sometimes we just need a little guidance on how to cook healthy meals with products that we may already own. Thanks again!

[@Downshiftology]

I'm glad you enjoy them!

[@hprey6392]

Where have you been all these years?! So thankful for your wonderful, delicious, eye pleasing, refreshing recipes. Eating healthy never felt so good 😊

[@1stepcl0ser]

It’s so satisfying to see the filled up containers 😍🤭

[@sergefrechette1]

Your recipes for seasons are super and healthy, will help me find good diet. Have suffered a mild stroke as of lately and will use some of your ideas for tasty eating. More fiber and less fat, with balanced protein to keep my energies up on my way back to normal, lots of veggies with enhanced flavour. Each day is a gift to life’s welcome .

[@cryingdove0]

I love how you preparing ingredients instead of prepping meals. I get so bored eating the same thing during the week, and by Friday I can't get myself to eat the same meal again. Your meals looks super easy but also super good!

[@elementshealthwellness2526]

Exactly! I do a lot of making meals with the same group of ingredients, but changing it up so that I don't get bored. I cannot eat the same thing every day!

[@michaelblack3759]

You're inspirational, your approach is simply amazing. I've been trying for the last two years to clean up my eating. I discovered your channel this week. I've already tried several of your recipes with great success. Your meal preparation ideas makes me feel that I can be totally in control of my eating choices without too much stress. Please keep up your brilliant work. Thank you so much. Michael

[@bbmmbbmm7851]

I love love love your meal preps, very simple, affordable, and tasty. Exactly what I like. Please do more, I can't wait for you to do a summer meal prep. I know there's going to be a big demand from the other viewers. 😋😁

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Natasha! And yes, simple, tasty food is always best in my books. Glad you enjoy these videos and I'll definitely add a summer meal prep to the list! :) x

[@offbeatblackgerl9402]

These meal prep videos have been a lifesaver. They're easy to follow, you use real ingredients and the food is so yummy. Please keep making these amazing videos.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! And will do. :) x

[@phillipjoseph]

I love your strategy of prepping components! Such an innovative and much more approachable way of meal prepping!!

[@elliaringo781]

Please make more of these. I love them! It’s really good to see the way you do it slightly different to mainstream meal prep and its all clean eating, not to mention it’s done with limited ingredients so it’s kind on the budget! Looking forward to more.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Elli! Happy to hear that positive feedback and I'll keep doing them as long as the community keeps loving them. ;) Will definitely do a meal prep for summer next! x

[@wicked2230]

Thank you so much for the effort you put into these videos! I absolutely love them and would love a summer meal prep video as well.

[@Downshiftology]

Awesome - glad you enjoyed it! And I'll add a summer one to the list!

[@khinkhin505]

I'm so fortunate that I found you Lisa, thank you for everything you have been doing to inspire us to get into a healthy lifestyle.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks for following! Hope you enjoy my recipes :)

[@ohcelinana]

I love your meal preps! They are so very practical and easy. 😊 I love how you presented your meal prep and the possible dishes we can come up with using those ingredients. Great idea! And yes to the summer meal prep please!

[@Downshiftology]

So happy you enjoyed the video and possible meal ideas. :) And will do on a summer meal prep!

[@karunajay8144]

Love love absolutely love your videos, your entire channel is a recent discovery for me and I have learned so much already! You have the most beautiful style of speaking and presenting and preparing all of your wonderful dishes, what a great channel. Thank you so much.

[@38ohone]

Thank you so much! This is exactly what I was thinking of doing this week. I work as a field technician so sometimes I don't have access to a microwave. Keep these meal prep videos coming because they're a huge help! ♥ Thank you for the downloads also.

[@Downshiftology]

Oh yes, then salads and spring rolls will be perfect for you! Happy to hear the videos and PDFs are helpful. Thanks Dorayley! :) x

[@reneemunoz3758]

You're so wonderful for doing all this for people! Thank you and God bless you!

[@priyau.harmon7359]

Yes, please to a summer meal prep video! Thank you ~ this is fantastic!!

[@Downshiftology]

Happy you enjoyed this video Priya! And I'll add a summer meal prep to my list! :) x

[@aloha_element]

Thanks so much for creating helpful, low-histamine, anti-inflammatory yummy recipes. This video was so helpful for me and everything sounds so delicious! Can't wait to try this! 💚 Blessings 🙏🏼

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much for all your support Jenny! It means a lot ❤️

[@aloha_element]

@@Downshiftology you're so welcome! I love that years after some of your content was posted I found it at the exact right time I needed it. 🤗 Keep shinin' bright sis. 🌟 I've said it before, can't wait for your cookbook!

[@graceonyourdash]

Just discovered your channel and I love it! Sweet greetings from Italy ❤️

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! Hugs to Italy! :) x

[@wendykerrison4486]

I got up at 4.45 am to see this, your second meal prep video. For content, without exception, your videos are the most educational and facilitating videos on KZbin. I've decided very recently to start eating a little more Paleo style and except for the wild rice, which I will swap out with either roasted sweet potato or quinoa, it completely ticks all of the boxes. Your delivery and quality of this video is flawless Lisa - the additional pdf notes are of commercial quality and something one would normal expect in a paying environment. We are very lucky. Be very proud. Whilst your are feeling the love, feel sorry for the poverty of spirit that contemplated hitting the dislike button :) This is without exception a brilliant video. Thank you!

[@Downshiftology]

Aww, thanks so much Wendy for your kind words and positive feedback! I'm so thrilled you loved the video and PDF's and your comment totally made my day!! :) x

[@deenyinagrl]

I want to thank you for the meal prep thus far.. I prepared today with everything.. I need to be healthy.. It took me a while for I had to purchase all of the containers which I finally completed. This a new journey for me by taking care of myself in what I consume and other ways.. love your website as well as this channel.. thank you for making this transition so easy!😌😊

[@Downshiftology]

You're more than welcome! So happy to hear that these videos and recipes are inspiring you on your healthy journey. Best wishes to you! :) x

[@alisaadat4474]

Thanks for all the wonderful Healthy knowledge and ideas. Would love to see ideas on fermented foods. Thanks

[@shanda5109]

I spend my weekends watching so many youtube meal prep videos and I want to give you the grand prize for making the best ones! So happy I finally found you. Thank you for going through so much work to produce these for us and share your secrets and pdf file!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Shanda! I'm so happy you love them. :) x

[@naomiberry5649]

These are my favorite videos so far that you make. Everything is so clean, delicious, and healthy! I cannot wait for your next one! Thanks for sharing!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Naomi! And I've definitely got a summer meal prep in the works. ;) x

[@janeelisa6838]

Please continue with your meal preps, recipes and tips. I really enjoy them. You could also let us know what products And tools you like like best around the house: spiralizer is one I’m interested in getting, but other ones will awesome. I enjoy your videos. You have a calm, elegant and serene way of doing things and speak. It is pleasent to listen to and watch. Thank you

[@cindyborcherding8927]

Oh my goodness everything looks so amazing! I absolutely LOVE your videos!!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Cindy!!

[@lmbucalo]

My gosh, please keep these coming...you are saving my life on time and healthy meals, yay! Thank you for these videos

[@Downshiftology]

Happy you enjoyed the video!

[@inken2113]

Your videos are absolutely amazing, such unique recipes and the way you display everything is incredible. Love it and cant wait for a summer version of this!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@hutchlass]

Thank you so much. Now that my daughter is home for the summer, she wants to eat healthier. I'm sure your meal prep videos will inspire her as much as they have inspired me. Can't wait for the summer edition!

[@Downshiftology]

I'm so happy to hear you love the videos Claudia and hope they provide a little inspiration for your daughter as well. The wheels in my brain are already turning for the summer meal prep video. ;) x

[@Alyssa-ui7bf]

I’ve been loving these videos!!! Beautiful ingredients, beautifully filmed, beautiful soul! Hoping we will see a Fall version in the near future! 😘

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much!

[@millaf.8084]

You have inspired me to meal prep! I always wanted to, but never did because of the thought of having the same thing over and over again. I found your channel today, binged watched a bunch of videos, sat down and made a menu for the week, went grocery shopping and am now meal prepping! A new happy suscriber here! Thank you so much! 😁

[@Downshiftology]

I'm so happy to hear my videos are helping you to find new ways to meal prep! You can also find more ways to utilize these ingredients for different recipes on my website :) Also, welcome to the Downshiftology community!

[@jeremnis]

As an Asian, I can't imagine a 2-3 day old rice. I can't even stomach one day old rice. Still a great video! I wish i wish we have blueberries! Ive never tried one but it looks so tasty!

[@BrooHow3167]

It blows my mind sometimes just how disconnected we are in the U.S. I completely thought blueberries we're just a normal fruit that everyone has tried. I need to get out more 😂😂

[@cindydunn5482]

I love her video but feel so uncomfortable with even the thought of old rice.

[@anonymoususer1231]

Jeremnis Bubu next day rice in a salad is ok! But a side dish it gets so hard the texture. Never tastes the same! Maybe if its fried up

[@_Diana_S]

is not fried rice made out of yesterday/old rice? Don't you eat fried rice at all?

[@abbeyng2846]

I’m an Asian. I prepare rice for 5 days. I’m busy and don’t have time to cook meal every day. And it’s totally good

[@jpphillip9585]

Love it all. I am so glad I found this today. Organized and easy with lots of new ideas for me, thanks a lot. Also your personality is quite professional and warm and welcoming. I watched quite a few this morning. God bless you.

[@helenab.6893]

Wow!! I would like to see a meal prep video every month 😍 but I get it that such a video is very time consuming and therefore you probably can't produce it as often.

[@Downshiftology]

Haha. Yeah, I get a lot of requests for them weekly, but this one took me three weeks to produce. ;) I will do them every season though!

[@missybaker4201]

I recently found your channel and I have tried to incorporate many recipes from the first video. Your aesthetic is so appealing! I love the simple and fresh recipes. Thank you for including the PDF’s. Service is a lost art, but you have found a way to elevate it to the nth degree.

[@Downshiftology]

Aww, thanks so much Missy! I truly appreciate your kind words and gratitude for the PDFs. ❤️And happy to hear you're loving the meal prep recipes as well!

[@supercool1608]

Yay!! I love your meal prep videos! Very inspiring. One of the best and I love watching it! Please make one often

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Sofia! And I'll definitely keep making these as long as everyone loves them. :) x

[@victoriayornet7130]

You are awesome !!!!! I have been cooking my meals and organizing myself like this for years now. However I find so much value in your videos, because inspiration is something that comes from seeing others do things their way and it enriches my perspective so much. You present fresh, simple and inspired minimal actions to be taken with a non excuses (and no waste!!!!) approach. Love it. Also your esthetics is so on point. Cheering for you from Argentina.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Victoria for your kind words! I really appreciate it. Hugs to you in Argentina! :) x

[@fransiscusfendrian9544]

Omg lisa I hate you! First you did an amazing meal prep video, then now you provide another meal prep video for spring with a clear beautiful pdf guide for free for both videos :( I mean I have no excuse now to not meal prep those healthy dishes. Thanks for all the inspiration! yes I love this video, yes I got my pdf guide, yes I ready to do this next week, yes I want a summer meal prep video, and yes I want you to be my mom. lol ok bye. Keep inspiring!

[@Downshiftology]

Haha. So funny Fransiscus! I'm happy to hear you're loving these videos and recipes (and the PDFs). You definitely have no excuses not to meal prep now. Lol. I've got a summer meal prep in the queue as well...and as for being your mom, well I guess I could adopt you! ;) x

[@laeumelia]

How did you get the guides? None sent to me.

[@j.2903]

Why do people start with "I hate you?" I know it's an expression it's just a stupid one. Just as easy to Use nice words. That said I think you are great! Thanks for all the tips.

[@WhatGoesUnknown]

Love all of your videos, I've been so inspired these past few months since I first found you and have been cooking non stop. All of your hard work has really shown with every video you create and every blog post you share with us. The PDFs are so thoughtful and I'm sure took a lot of work but I can tell you it hasn't gone unnoticed. Thank you for your dedication and I really appreciate everything you do. Easily my favorite person on KZbin!

[@Downshiftology]

Aww, thanks so much Lauren for your kind words. I truly appreciate that! And I'm so thrilled you love the videos and meal prep PDF's - yay! :) x

[@Fisabila]

Love your channel because it's so balanced and do able.. keep going with these meal prep ones 😍😆

[@tatyanag4635]

I’m speechless 😶 the way you combine food together it’s a whole new level of cooking 😍 thank you thank you 🙏 so much !!!! I been looking for some healthy recipes for my family ., please do more of videos like this 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Tatyana! And I've got a summer meal prep video coming up soon! :) x

[@tatyanag4635]

Downshiftology thank you ! I’m exited!!

[@brittanykd08]

I love your videos! I binged them all awaiting the hurricane here in FL

[@elizabethadao7279]

That’s what I’m doing now lol

[@esther1081]

The only Meal prep video I will apply. Thank you! This is much more managable for me. Separate ingredients! Great great quality video. So fun to watch

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Esther!

[@Becks4Gold1912]

Your videos are the bomb! Love to watch them even though I am a vegan, they are stil always a good inspiration ♥

[@Downshiftology]

Thank you Rebecca! I'm so happy you're able to take the ideas and tweak it for your lifestyle. And based on lots of requests, I'll probably have a vegan meal prep video here in the future. :) x

[@maryschutte8368]

Genius! ...definitely please add a summer meal prep video. I've shared these with everyone I know who's struggling to balance a busy life with healthy eating...

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Mary! I'm thrilled you love the meal prep videos and thanks for sharing!!

[@andreebelisle6866]

Thank you so much for the video! It’s a joy for the eye. The PDF document will very useful.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Andree! Glad you found the PDF helpful! :) x

[@benzmxd]

So glad you switched careers and are showing the world how to meal prep healthy foods for all seasons with produce available at this time. Wishing you continued success and looking forward to your next video!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much for your kind words and I'm much happier with this new career as well. ;) Keep you eyes peeled for a summer meal prep next! x

[@Seashelldub]

Your videos are just mesmerizing.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Chelsea! :) x

[@mickyunit]

Love the idea of prepping ingredients separately and building meals from the "fridge buffet". Thank you for showing how easy it is with proper planning! Yes for a summer version! Hugs!

[@Downshiftology]

Yes, I'm all about that fridge buffet! ;) And I've got a summer meal prep in the works now!

[@b2h316]

I love love love these meal prep videos, please do more :-)

[@jeanlanz2344]

Wow! Your demo and instructions are so clear and well done. Thank you so much for sharing your high organization, healthy food knowledge and preparation skills with us, Lisa! Colorful, nutritious, well-balanced, delicious. God bless you!

[@Downshiftology]

Glad you're finding these meal preps helpful Jean!

[@immanoctopus]

I liked it, I shared it, I commented on this.....you are amazing! You make it look so easy and fun, on top of that you look flawless and beautiful! Great video...can't wait for another meal prep! Would like to see some quinoa this time and maybe deserts. Thank you for your time and the PDFs and so well edited videos...thosePDFs, oh god, soooo thoughtful of you!!! Thanks....I am sharing this....I want all my friends to know you! Keep inspiring me! 👍

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much for your kind words Laura! I'm happy to hear you loved the video and PDF's - yay! And thanks for sharing and spreading the word - I greatly appreciate that!! I've definitely got a dessert in mind for the summer meal prep as well. ;) x

[@dianayanel]

I've been LOVING your prepping videos! All two of them 😅 Definitely doing this method of meal prepping instead! Especially since I have a husband who doesn't like eating the same meal twice in a row 🙄 I almost found it impossible to "meal prep" because of it. Now, I see that it's possible to PREP the same kinds of food, and have a variety of meals each day! Thank thank thank you so much!

[@Downshiftology]

You're welcome Diana! Glad you're enjoying these videos. And I'll have a third video coming up soon - for summer! :) x

[@einhaus30]

I am certainly in favor of a summer one FOR SURE with a coffee/tea option and/or happy hour option and ... could we possibly get a summer dessert option added too! Everything was ***EXTRA FABULOUS*** on this!!! I couldn’t wait for this! 🍽 🍵🥗🥑🥒🍤 #mealprepiswhereitsat 😉😊

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Leslie! And I already have a dessert in mind for the summer video. ;) Though I do love the idea of a happy hour option as well. Haha!

[@carolinaluciano558]

Lisa I love your recipes, how delicate your kitchen is and how healthy they are, I put them into practice. Thanks a lot.

[@chop4186]

Oh my god.... you’re just amazing 😉 I’m addicted.. and I stand in awe of you!

[@Downshiftology]

Aww, thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video. :)

[@Time2ShinePhotography]

Woowwweee, this is pure gold. My health coach sent me links to a bunch of your videos and I am impressed and so happy she did. It's been hard to get started and this is so helpful, beyond words! I love Those fresh spring rolls and it's at the top of my list to make this coming meal prep, along with making the sauce. Thank you so much! These video's are honestly very well done and I cannot thank you and my health coach for sharing!

[@irisrivas-nieves9511]

Love your meal preps! Can't wait to try these.

[@Downshiftology]

Wonderful! Hope you enjoy them!

[@SimonaFM]

Thank you! I subscribed after watching your previous video, and I used some of your suggestions to prep for this week’s meals! You are delightful, your kitchen is beautiful, your videos are clean and simple to watch, and so professionally done. And now with the PDF’s it’s even better. Thank you so much for gifting us with this delicious and easy to prep recipes.

[@Downshiftology]

Aww, thanks so much Simona for your kind words and gratitude on my content. So lovely! I hope you enjoy all of these recipes. :) x

[@shermyluvstrent]

OMG, I was drooling through this ENTIRE THING HAHAHHAHAH! Love it, love you for sharing this!

[@Downshiftology]

Haha. So happy you enjoyed the video!!

[@elementshealthwellness2526]

Right?

[@TechBrenda]

Your first meal prep video was so practical. I love the buffet style - it has allowed me stop buying frozen pizza and go dairy free. I look forward to trying this one out, too! Thank you for the PDFs!!! And thank you for your culinary imagination. I can mix and match for weeks and feel totally nourished.

[@Downshiftology]

Yay - I'm so happy to hear that Brenda! It's definitely a lot of fun to mix and match throughout the week. :) x

[@keyia1983]

I absolutely love the pdf's they are so helpful!!! Thank u 😊

[@Downshiftology]

Awesome - that makes me happy to hear!!

[@Jadisek]

Please keep them coming! I'm new to meal prep and I love how healthy everything you do is, starting with fresh ingredients, no semi ready dips and sauces, and finishing with glass containers - just what I was looking for! Thank you!

[@Downshiftology]

So glad you enjoyed it! And I've got more coming. ;) x

[@glittergirl_84]

Lisa, I just wanted to ask if you would be open to a video about your skin care routine? You have beautiful skin and hair. Thanks, Marcie 🌸

[@Downshiftology]

Oh gosh, thank you so much Marcie! I think the studio lights in my kitchen definitely give me a beauty boost. Haha. ;) But I'll add that to the list for a future video.

[@BrooHow3167]

I'm sure the healthy look comes from all the great foods she eats!

[@minikorsi]

Hi Lisa, I absolutely loved your first meal prep video (where I finally learned how to cook perfect eggs 😊). This one is just as much filled with super useful tips. Creating ingredients rather than meals is genius, it gives you the flexibility that traditional meal prep can’t. 👍💕

[@Downshiftology]

Yes, it's so true! And I'm all about that flexibility. Glad you enjoyed it!! And yay for making perfect eggs! :) x

[@GundelSince2011]

This all looks lovely, but please keep in mind that avocado, quinoa, and sweet potatoes come a very far way and are healthy, yes, but due to the often long transport they are not environmentally friendly. Often rainforest is cut down to produce all the avocados, and locals in South America cannot afford their main carbohydrant (quinoa) anymore, because it has become a 'superfood' and is sold to Europe and North America. Id love to see a meal prep with more regional food. (carrots, normal potatoes, apples, cabbage in winter, etc) Thanks for the video :)

[@vegout4085]

True for the avocados. But I live in Canada and buy sweet potatoes and quinoa that are grown here.

[@jamilanassar7290]

While this is true for many in the United States (or the world) and it's definitely a great point to make - I'd be willing to bet she at least got the avocados and sweet potatoes from local markets. She's in California - local fruit and veg is everywhere, including people's backyards.

[@autschi9271]

You could also just use flaxseeds instead of chia seeds (they are way cheaper too)

[@lianebrewer3141]

Opinions are like noses...they all smell, sometimes good -sometimes not...the general population are not the ones ruining the earth 🌏 if you can get a food, they have already disrupted the earth, just eat it if it’s available & research the only real solution to the FACTS... suggestion - JW’s

[@clairewiltshire8033]

Thank you so much! I finally find some support in creating easy healthy meals following a low FODMAP diet thanks to you. I'm so glad I found your channel.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Claire! And I'm happy to hear that these meal preps fit with your eating style. :) x

[@Here_Today_]

These will be on the menu next week, thanks!!!

[@Downshiftology]

Awesome - happy to hear that Mona!

[@louzum6010]

I just recently came across your channel. I want to thank-you for all the work you've done on your videos. They have greatly helped me.

[@Downshiftology]

Wonderful! Happy to hear that Louise!

[@babyfaceradice40]

Gosh you are so talented, I love this, good job.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much - I appreciate that! :)

[@lindym126]

Love most of these ideas, and will be trying them for lunches now that Hubby has retired and we are having lunch together now. Would love to see a summer meal prep.

[@Downshiftology]

Wonderful - glad you enjoyed it Lindy! And I've got a summer meal prep in the queue now! :)

[@elisabethfors]

This is so inspirational 🙌🏼❤️❤️

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@kamiachan]

The meal prep videos are my favorite! I love the idea of prepping ingredients instead of meals! Please make more of these videos!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks Kelcie! I've got a summer one coming up next! :)

[@MarinaMorais]

Lovely!

[@Downshiftology]

Thank you Marina! :) x

[@MaxiLaChe]

I've used your summer meal prep for two rotations and I LOVE having everything chopped and prepped ready to eat!! This will be my first time using the Spring PDF. I figure I could use the spring and summer meal prep interchangeably to mix things up! Thank you!!

[@Downshiftology]

Absolutely! Can't wait for you to try the Spring one 😊

[@iniyeslounge9314]

Nice one, love it and thanks for sharing. Just a question, how long can all these prep last up in the fridge? Because I usually just free a lot of the meals ?

[@Downshiftology]

All of the storage times are listed on the PDF guides. :)

[@iniyeslounge9314]

Ok thanks

[@juliestam]

Finally! A meal prep that can be done in a few hours for the rest of the week. Thank you.

[@Downshiftology]

You're welcome! And this one is actually quite fast. :)

[@Rose-pz8es]

Your the best! 1000,000LIKE

[@Downshiftology]

Aww, thanks so much!!

[@Sonibabe555]

Vibrant colors, enjoyable to make, delightfully quick and assuredly healthy. Totally love at first view! Thank you so much for putting together this video and the accompanying PDF. You are so gifted. And yes, summer meal prep is on my wishlist! Muah

[@Downshiftology]

Thank you! So happy you enjoyed the video and yes, will be working on a summer meal prep next!

[@mangosmash10]

These videos are so detailed! Your work is impeccable, very, very, very well done. I love watching these.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate that!

[@smartiekate6312]

I discovered your other food prep video a few days ago. I loved it so I decided to make the nine ingredients today. I went to watch it again for reference during today's prep and I noticed you posted a spring one. It's like you read my mind! Thanks! :)

[@Downshiftology]

Haha. Perfect timing for sure! ;) Hope you enjoy both meal preps!

[@eduardosalcedosr1727]

Best meal prep video🎥 that I have ever seen, and I have seen them all👍👍👍 GOD🙏🙏BLESS YOU. EDUARDO MIAMI FL 🇺🇸

[@Downshiftology]

So glad to hear that :)

[@voyance4elle]

I love the way you explain everything so calm and easy to understand. I also find your voice very pleasing to listen to while cooking myself :) even though I am on a vegan diet and cook a little bit different (heavier and of course without animal products) I find it entertaining and maybe inspirational as well :)

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much for your kind words, I really appreciate that! I have tons of vegan recipes on my website as well, so make sure to check those out. I'm glad you're able to take inspiration for those recipes which suit you and enjoy my videos and channel! :) x

[@voyance4elle]

Downshiftology thank you very much :) at the moment I don't really look for recipes, but just enjoy the atmosphere while cooking and organizing my kitchen :D I was looking for longer videos (I liked your Q&A very much as well and was searching for more) and yours are by far the most enjoyable since they are clear and calm and simple in a good way :) Maybe I'll come back for recipes ;)

[@ericasutter-neil7984]

I love the idea of the meal prep...life can be chaotic during the work week and this just makes sense! Plus I love how you use foods and create dishes that I would actually eat!! Thank you so much...looking forward to your next video!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Erica! And my new summer meal prep is coming Sunday!

[@alinavoron5659]

I love your style! I followed your first meal prep video, it was such a great inspo. Clean, delicious and minimum heat treating. Bravo!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Alina!

[@LollieVox]

Was so glad to find recipes where the produce was in season. I made the shrimp with wild rice & asparagus. I couldn't find the right wild rice at the store, so I bought some Simple Truth brown rice quinoa, it was incredible!÷÷ Ive never made asparagus that good before in my life! The blueberry puree with the Cashew milk chia seed pudding was incredible too!!

[@nancydee6106]

Wow now I get it about doing the single ingredients like a buffet in your fridge I never picked that up before from all your videos, duuuuh! It is such a good idea because for me I don’t like leftovers they just don’t seem appetizing but when you look at a container full of onion or shrimp or asparagus use actually see possibilities and freshness! Such a wonderful idea thank you! I really love your videos! Please make more videos and show me more of that California coast!!! ❤️❤️

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks Nancy! And yes, it really is easy to mix and match once you get the hang of it. Happy to share more of the CA coast as well! ;) x