Vegan Meal Prep//The System That Helped Me Lose 40lbs

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[@stephaddiction]

I love how you talk so real and honest. You got me to lose 30 lbs 3 yes ago and I've maintained it since. You're everything ❤

[@missval8756]

Congrats! That’s amazing!

[@kelcir1807]

I love making blended tofu cheese for my lasagna. Tofu, nutritional yeast, basil, lemon, roasted garlic, salt. Chef's kiss

[@PlantBasedDads]

OMG!! That is so me. I am eating whole foods and then my kid doesn't finish his mac and cashew cheese, I am like "no reason to waste that!". So, I'll finish it up. That's vegan parenting for sure.

[@u2c15d72]

Two of my favorite vegan KZbinrs within the same post!!!!😁🎉💕 Hello Joey!!🎁💯

[@angi334]

I started doing this recently, prepping my starches, and you are so right. It makes making my meals less complicated because half of my meal is already made.

[@anumatis]

I make very cheap pesto from sunflower seeds (much cheaper than any nuts, kale leaves + oil + salt + dried oregano + something sour - usually umeobosh vinegar, black pepper). We love it ! I use often green leaves that people discard in supermarket when buying vegetable (kohlrabi leaves, carrot green leaves, cauliflower young leaves, broccoli leaves). If its bitter, I add few dried tomatoes to improve taste. We love it!

[@bambieyes8296]

The microwave is amazing for this. I throw a potato in on the potato setting and then load up toppings like pico, guac, beans, greens, salsa, tofu, etc. And you have a loaded baked potato in less than 5 minutes. ❤

[@jenacoker9472]

You really opened my eyes! I have been frustrated for months...buying ebooks cookbooks and then planning extravagant meal plans and then when it's time for me to cook I get overwhelmed and just eat something I shouldn't. For 3 weeks now I have been off my plan and I suffer from a food addiction. Your video really helped me see what I was doing and what to do about it. I have lost around 165lbs. by eating a WFPB DIET without oil. Thank you for getting me back on track.

[@bobbie5022]

Love the pants!!! I have purchased mens pants for hiking. They were light weight and zip off to shorts!!! They were my favorite pants!!

[@DianEnglish56]

I like how you simplify the steps for meal prepping and putting the foods together.

[@louisesutton-horn7050]

Love this video Chelsea - always inspiring. As a long term Vegan (30 years) I have coined a new phrase to change language going forward and thought I would share it here so others can use it. Instead of kill two birds with one stone I now say cut two carrots with one knife :) :)

[@Lindzy02]

I've also heard "feed two birds with one scone" :P

[@u2c15d72]

As I viewed this video, I prepped a big bowl of salad (kale, cabbage with carrots, some spring mix, some fresh parsley, and spring onions. In a separate container, I mixed tahini, maple syrup, and lemon juice together. When I get ready to eat it, I will throw on some pickled beets, some pickled red onions, the dressing and some kimchi. Simultaneously, I have sweet potatoes and carrots roasting in the oven. I know that you said sweet potatoes cook at a different time than carrots, but I will watch them both carefully. These will either be added to salads or just added to a bunch of cooked vegetables and tofu in a bowl. Thanks so much for the invaluable tips!!!!!!!👏🏽👍🏽🥰🎁💯⭐️

[@KCallaAK]

Yes! You gave me the answer Chels. We are moving in with our vegan kids for a couple of months until our little garage conversion is ready. I NEED to make COMPONETS instead of recipes. The kids are bread and sweet eaters so I need extra available options. I already rely on Broccoli Mum's zucchini/potato soup and YOU just gave me the other "rest of my available food" for our time there. THANK YOU!

[@hidden909]

I just started making Chef AJ’s cauliflower potato soup too, I think I like it better cause the zucchini soup can feel a little slimy to me, and the cauliflower doesn’t!

[@colastyles]

Love this video and the whole anti-overwhelm vibe. Thank you💕.

[@donnastedman7137]

Chelsea I LOVED this video! So so helpful, easily actionable, great format and you are so genuine and relatable. Thank you so much ❤ you're awesome 👏

[@LibbyWithnall]

I like to cook my cous cous in veggie stock - adds a nice bit of flavour.

[@tmullen21]

I’ve loved all of your videos so far. Especially talking about how you don’t need as much protein as everyone makes you think. It’s so hard for me to get 100 grams of protein and I do feel overwhelmed when I focus on that. And not to mention the fact that the healthiest people in the world that live the longest tend eat about 35 to 50 grams of protein a day. They aren’t body builders but they’re healthy ❤ and that’s the ultimate goal

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Already knew I would love 🥰 this video before I watched it because all of beautiful Chelsea's video's are awesome and inspirational. Have a lovely rest of the week and already look forward to the next video. Love 💞Chelsea.

[@PlantBasedDads]

David, every time I watch a video and comment, you already have a comment on those videos. We appear to be watching all the same people on KZbin. I like your style!

[@pattidoyle5102]

I am with you about being excited about pockets!

[@blackpepper8430]

Ok so I’ve made dressing with tofu and you need to use SILKEN tofu in the little carton! It is very creamy and lovely. You have to try it!

[@kittybeck151]

So right - Mori-Nu

[@mjrshek1844]

This was amazing. I love component meal prep and agree with your thoughts on overwhelm. That gets me every time. Thank you

[@janfox2596]

You taught me about making pickled onions … I am loving them! And amazed I love them so much with absolutely no sweetener. Easy, crunchy and delicious! Thank you!

[@arlocharlieluna2345]

Love the reminder to add one new component instead of revamping the entire established system..i have derailed myself this way so many times.❤

[@missmayflower]

I love how practical and realistic you are. It’s so discouraging trying to build a whole system from scratch.

[@angelau1194]

Another great video Chelsea, thank you. You're such a sweet little family - and a husband who eats what you give him!!!

[@elizabethcowles6856]

Love this idea, so much sense. Thank you ❤

[@hidden909]

I don’t like prepping way ahead either because I never know what I want to eat. I usually have 3 or 4 meal ingredients in my fridge and I choose that day. But luckily, I work from home so I have more flexibility.

[@Kijaceramics]

Perfect timing Chelsea!! Needed this

[@joanmckee3906]

You are fantastic, know what I've to do now, we complicate things unnecessarily! Thanks so much. New sub

[@narelletwigg715]

Thanks again Chelsea for your informative and entertaining video filled with practical and healthy meal ideas. I have learnt so much from you and your videos have helped me lose weight and stay on track. Thank you.

[@outdoorsmom2000]

Congrats on dropping in! Keep it up, you will feel more comfortable with it in time : )

[@imtherapycat]

I just found your channel and love your approach to simplifying healthy interesting eating. Thank you so much!

[@svetlanacarnicka1656]

Hi Chelsea, very helpful video, thank you. I love your way of explaining things.

[@theresajurrus6307]

I love how you make it easy.

[@olgaene237]

Thank your for sharing your experience and giving a chance for a better life for people like me!

[@jaimetaylor5385]

Great video I like how simple you make it.

[@gracelee1085]

I just discovered this channel and I love how practical it is and so many ideas for a healthy plant based meals that are delish

[@Tinkiepanda]

Really awesome quality video!! ❤ Thank you!

[@kathymaloney5769]

I really like your HATS approach. I am pretty good about prepping stuff, but I need to work on making sure I don't have things in my environment that can get me into trouble, lots of times whole foods, but I end up making things I shouldn't like date and oat cookies or just eating dates; this is a food I shouldn't have in my house. I also like that when you are showing your plates/bowls of food you don't have such huge portions. I love big portions, but some influencers talk about eating so much food, you start to believe it and then tend to overeat. I really am learning a lot from you and can relate to you. Thank you.

[@elleg2851]

Love ❤️ video exactly what I needed! Thanku much!! I have been making the pickled onions too and so right takes it to next level i think its fancy and im so good to go making them because i keep doing it and its easy in first place but it gets even easier when i keep doing it ! I also make my own hummus and i just use the juice from red onions and chic peas easy as well.. . Now if i could just figure out that toasted sesame 😅

[@michellebeatty9697]

I love this video , you have broken down the process in simple terms . Cause this was me , can’t do what the fancy people do 😊❤

[@camillewaters1230]

My mind was blown when you didn’t peel your sweet potatoes. Love it. I’m a little curious about protein. Any thoughts on how to get enough?

[@maryd1495]

I appreciate the reality regarding overwhelm. This is lovely.

[@shawnaj5623]

I’m so inspired by you!

[@kayh543]

❤ the pants!! Thanks for all the useful info. 😊🙏

[@MG_Jad]

So happy I found this channel!

[@chrissyblack2719]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@clairebee9]

You are so lovely! Thank you for your refreshing insight in your videos. ❤ from the US

[@rosie1877]

I found this video helpful. Prepare food components. Thank you

[@margaretjohnston7320]

I am so glad i refound your videos. I am not Vegan or Vegetarian, but i love veggies. I have hit a plateau, and i love your Hats rule. Makes sense. I am going to give it a try. I have watched some of your videos your hair definitely looks better short. I have thought about cutting mine also. Great videos. Your family on board, adorable.

[@soniam2271]

Thanks Chelsea, component prep makes sense to me, Ive never had the desire to follow a meal plan. Great pants btw, did you buy in NZ?

[@deedeemac]

🥰🥰🥰🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 Thanks Chelsea! I have teriyaki tofu cubes in the air fryer. I make teriyaki with 2 oz soya sauce, 2 oz water, 2+ Tbsp grated fresh ginger, sweetener to taste, 2 tsp garlic. I use the 2-2-2-2-2 measurements but make/adjust it as you like. I marinated the cubes for half an hour. You’ve done so well! Keep up the good work! You’re a true inspiration for me …. and many more! Also, I freeze whole ginger and grate it frozen unpeeled with a microplaner! Fabulous!

[@katgoddard115]

You literally talk straight to my brain. 🎉

[@stabbia1]

In Hungary this pearl couscous is called tarhonya, and you can find it at pastas's section in a supermarket....

[@kathleendining9633]

I just found you absolutely love your thoughts. Makes total sense. Please what are some dressing you make besides tofu.

[@hannahwhitcomb3114]

So helpful and inspiring 😍🫶🏼

[@forevermoodreading]

I make boxed cous cous without oil all the time it's great.

[@lorileeharrison461]

High Five on the pants! Love them!

[@sheilam283]

Yeah, I call those "dryer pants"... when they first come out and are tight! I love buying mens items- pants, coats et cetera, they seem to be so much better made, more pockets and things like the zippers on them are often better quality than the womens wear.

[@emh8861]

Good to know!

[@lemal0432]

Hi Chelsea, 75 yr old 15 yrs vegan, light exercise about 2hrs per day. Try where possible to remain whole food plant based. 2yrs now no oil no sugar and no salt. Still look like a beached whale and I cannot figure it out. Currently on a Juice fast - lost 4.8KG first week and 1.3kg 2nd week. Drink around 2 litres of juice about 80/40 veg/fruit. No additives just juice ( _Well not quite, I have 1 coffee per day, otherwise headaches are making me more miserable_ ). *Watching what your doing to see if I can use some of your methods, because when I come off my Juice fast, I want to find out how to keep it off* SO, started Juice fast 31 Oct 23 @ 104.8 KG (231lb) - Lost 4.8kg first week and 1.3kg second week - I will end the Juice fast when I am 85kg no mater if it takes five years or de*th. If I maintain 1.3kg per week it should only take around 12 more weeks. 🦘🦘🦘

[@l-aweenink7249]

Have you been tested for Hypothyroidism? Also have a look at the autoimmune protocol diet, as a long time vegan I hadn't realised I was swelling and gaining weight from a number of food reactions. Just Google Autoimmune Protocol diet for a food list. ❤

[@TracyGrossDesign]

Love the pants! And I often buy men’s pants because of pockets!!

[@michelebridge1126]

Great video 👌 Great pants, I have a pair exactly the same 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@PlantBasedDads]

"I'm not going to make up a pesto with pistachio nuts because I'm not a millionaire". HA! Same girl, same.

[@amyvanmatre9409]

The pants are fantastic!

[@emh8861]

Love the pants! Love the pockets 🤣.

[@JillianSmith-bn5vj]

With the silken tofu thing, I’ve seen people adding some sort of bean in the mix. Probably adds flavour and certainly more protein if that interests anyone

[@DollyJohanne]

Thank you for sharing 💚 Love this! I come from a background with not that much added fat. No mayo, oil, butter (margarine, I have cows milk allergy), dressings and so on. I actually has to be mindful to add a little avocado for my meals. For me it's like 20-40 grams and I feel it's a lot 😂 I feel more satisfied with just a little fat on my meal. I don't have any oil at home, and avocado and chia seeds are my main source of fat from "clear fat sources". (Expects pieces of chocolate 😅) I have a lot of food I am either allergic to, or have sensitivity with because of IBS. (My GP put me on low fodmap for 9 years ago, so I know about what to eat and so on.) We do need some fat, and I love that you say that, even though you follow the 50/50 plate and more "starch solution" way of thinking calorie deficit 😊 Just have to add the simplicity to it all too. I can't have onions but I buy a jar of pickled carrots with ginger and it's so yummy 😋 Highly recommended 😊 Probably not that hard to make either 😊 Feels like sushi bowl with it, and great with edmame beans, tofu/seitan. Soy sauce is the perfect topping, and probably some toasted sesame seeds too. Thanks again! Love from Johanne, Norway 🇳🇴

[@swifty_thrift]

No pistachios because I’m not a millionaire 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@janiehutchinson2509]

Luvin the new pants! 👋👋👋

[@beckyweckmiller6135]

I'm not a hot spicy fan. It seams like most vegans love the heat. What can I do to add flavor? anybody out there feel me?

[@emh8861]

Roasted garlic Roasted bell peppers Roasted poblanos Salt , onion powder, garlic powder. Lots of flavor not too hot . Lemons and limes. Nutritional yeast , tamari .

[@alexiascerri1]

So good to see you Chelsea! I joined your program and lost a few kilos but left because of financial reasons. Fast forward to a month ago where I started a new job and found myself eating all kids of stuff from the constantly replenished snack table next to my desk 🫣 I gained the kilos back and feel horrible. I know it’s because I changed my environment. Starting today, I’ve cleaned out the fridge, steamed potatoes and soaked chickpeas. Cleared out my potato stash and made a grocery list. Going shopping soon. The habits I want to focus on are: starch prep and 30 min walk everyday. I’ll try having your podcast on/ watch videos as frequently as possible.

[@alishaadatiaod1188]

Just stumbled upon you and love your stuff (and hearing your accent 😂) Q: do you or your family ever get bored of the meals? 🙏🏼

[@fran7373]

love the accent!

[@kanevkanev2905]

Thanks to be honest ❤

[@Bri-vy7zx]

What do you do for healthy sweet treats? Like to replace things like Oreos, sugary cereals, etc

[@michellebeckham6402]

I absolutely love roasted veggies, I’m not always so crazy about the reheating process though. I love roasted cauliflower, onions & carrots. Do you simply microwave yours or do you reheat them in another method? Great video! Thank you!

[@Lindzy02]

Do you have an air fryer? Once they're roasted (either in the air fryer or in the oven) you can heat them up again in the air fryer really quickly!

[@michellebeckham6402]

@@Lindzy02 thank you! Yes, I do have one. I’ll have to try that.

[@Lindzy02]

What is your suggestion for breakfasts? I do overnight oats w/ raspberries a lot since I'm running out the door to the office in the AM and don't have time for much else.

[@bobibethkallenbach6300]

I just found your page tonight. I'm really enjoying your content. Can your lifestyle change be implemented with meat, or can one only lose weight be being vegan?

[@taryn8390]

“I’m not going to make a pesto since I’m not a millionaire” 😂😂😂 I feel that

[@jules9628]

…bc I already know im going to like it..😂

[@beckyweckmiller6135]

I love your pants! I cheat too and buy from the men's section occasionally.

[@vasundharasingh9498]

❤❤❤❤

[@sylviaeneriz4808]

Do you have the exact recipe for the pickled onions? How much for you put in of each ingredients and how long do they keep?

[@laurimuse1390]

I need your help Do you coach? Have a group? Love your approach

[@Elizabeth-dg8dn]

Where did you find the waist button pants?

[@deanihendry7967]

I’m just wondering where your daily protein comes into your diet . I’m vegetarian and have a hard time getting my daily protein ?

[@emh8861]

I was going to ask that too. She didn’t mention it in her macros.

[@emh8861]

Tofu, legumes, dairy, eggs. Good protein sources for vegetarians.

[@kfrommirrorland]

What I don't get is how all of this prepping is different from actually cooking the food. It takes the same amount of time all in all. Can someone please enlighten me on this? Am I not getting this?

[@grownupgoth]

POCKETS! 😋😍

[@BeckieZullo]

Which podcast episode is the one you referred to in this video (topic was gamifying)?

[@user-zm3lh8nx4o]

Do you eat the potatoes cold?

[@tmullen21]

I am wondering. Do you eat protein shakes?

[@mybabyandme08]

Isn’t this similar to the Starch Solution?

[@deborahderosa4987]

what happened to your husband? He was walking in another video I watched.😢

[@vickil.9450]

He has MS ☹️

[@sarahswan8026]

It would be healthier to just eat fruit

[@TC-dt8fl]

@PlantBasedDads @Swifty_thrift I suggest walnuts in pesto. Much more economical!