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Paleo Meal Prep Overview for a Busy Schedule

August 30, 2016 Michelle Homan 23 Comments

I feel compelled today to talk about the inevitable…I am a teacher and another September is staring me down as we speak, and that means my schedule changes drastically. 

I’ve been living the Paleo lifestyle for about 4 weeks now, and through trial and error, have found out what really works for my family’s needs and lifestyle. So this post is a true round up of what I will personally be cooking up to get through the busy week.

Easy Paleo Meal Prep

The Resources

These are sites/recipes that have become a mainstay in my rotation for simplicity and necessity. Basically, I need these in my life and these recipes were integral in my last few weeks. Check out Pinterest—I’m always pinning new ideas! 

Dairy Free Frittata with Heirloom Tomatoes by Bravo for Paleo

Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Halves  by Marin Mama Cooks

Emergency Meatballs by Stupid Easy Paleo

Fool Proof Homemade Paleo Mayo by The Healthy Foodie

The Regulars

In addition to those resources, I also do (and will continue to do) the following:

1. Roast a full pan of broccoli
2. Roast a full pan of cauliflower
3. Bake 4 pounds of chicken thighs
4. Bake 4 pounds of chicken breasts

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The Helpers

These are some of the items on my weekly shopping list. Some make my life so much more convenient, and some just make everything that much more yummy!

√ Organic, pre-washed, packaged kale/baby spinach mix

√ Pre-spiralized zucchini

√ 2- packages grape tomatoes

√ slivered almonds

√ golden raisins

√ all the avocado!

Notes:

*I was hardboiling a dozen eggs, but with the frittata I don’t think I’ll need them…plus they were a major pain to peel!
*I will also more than likely cook up red meat once a week depending on what I see in my store.
*I don’t prep everything in one day, but instead like to stagger my weekly meal prep over the course of a few days–like Sunday, Monday, Tuesday–then I should be set for the remainder of the week. I hope to give you more on that as I put it into strict practice this September!

What are your meal prep secrets?

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Comments

  1. Sarah says

    August 31, 2016 at 6:11 am

    love these tips…I’m going to start a Whole30 on Monday and this is helpful for that too!!

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    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 6:12 am

      Great! Good luck!!

      Reply
  2. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    August 31, 2016 at 6:38 am

    I am terrible at meal prep because as soon as it is cooked, I will start trying to eat it! SO that broccoli? WOULD BE GONE

    Reply
    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 6:42 am

      I realize I have to buy pretty much DOUBLE what I think, because between me, my husband, and running it goes fast!

      Reply
  3. Annmarie says

    August 31, 2016 at 7:27 am

    Great tips!!! I have been doing much of the same- roasting the veggies and making the protein ahead of time really helps!

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    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 7:30 am

      Totally! Trying to get my amount of prepped protein right…need it ready to go!

      Reply
  4. Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says

    August 31, 2016 at 8:13 am

    I don’t do enough meal planning and prepping in advance. Sometimes I just like to be inspired by what I see in the store. Looks like you have a great plan for your family in place. Thanks for the linkup
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    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 9:11 pm

      Thanks! I need a solid plan at this point in my life!

      Reply
  5. Julie @ Running in a Skirt says

    August 31, 2016 at 8:18 am

    Great tips! I like to wash veggies when I get home from the grocery store and chop them in the morning before I cook them. When I was working out of the home I did a lot more though!

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  6. Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says

    August 31, 2016 at 8:34 am

    We do a lot of meal planning here but not a lot of advance meal prep. Our weekday meals are pretty simple for that reason. Sundays are the days we get a little more elaborate.

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  7. Jen @ Pretty Little Grub says

    August 31, 2016 at 9:06 am

    Wait, you can buy pre spiralized zucchini? I don’t have a spiralizer so this would be amazing.

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    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 9:10 pm

      I have a Best Market by me that almost always has it! Huge convenience!!!

      Reply
  8. Kimberly G says

    August 31, 2016 at 9:08 am

    I am not Paleo, but I love the tips that you have provided! It’s all about making it as simple as possible to eat healthy in this busy world that we live in!

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    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 9:12 pm

      Yes, these are definitely not Paleo exclusive tips. Keeping it simple is best!

      Reply
  9. Lauren says

    August 31, 2016 at 10:18 am

    Nice post. I think I always need a reminder that even simple things, if it’s not making multiple recipes and full meals helps. Just washing and cutting veggies and having some hard-boiled eggs and snacks to grab & go helps me out a lot!

    Reply
  10. vicki says

    August 31, 2016 at 11:40 am

    These are great tips. I’m not really great at meal prepping, but I do like to make a big grain salad or vegetable main dish on sunday so I can have leftovers for lunch during the week.

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  11. Nicole @ Fitful Focus says

    August 31, 2016 at 1:30 pm

    So many good paleo resources! I can’t wait to check out these recipes!

    Reply
    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 2:20 pm

      They’re simple, but super effective!

      Reply
  12. Rachel says

    August 31, 2016 at 4:21 pm

    I LOVE hardboiled eggs. But total major pain to peel. Frittata yum!

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  13. Teresa says

    August 31, 2016 at 4:50 pm

    I love these tips even though I’m not on Paleo. Meal prepping is my weakness …but you’ve inspired me! Thanks!

    Reply
  14. Tricia Vaughn says

    August 31, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    Now I may could do this 3 day thing. There is no way I have enough time to block out an entire Sunday afternoon to prep. This would give me a good base to start with!

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    • Michelle Homan says

      August 31, 2016 at 6:22 pm

      Seriously! Who has time for that?? My kids barely let me chop, lol.

      Reply
  15. Eliannah says

    August 31, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    I recently tried spiralized zuchini for the first time and LOVED it. You’ve reminded me that I need to make it more often! Thanks for the inspiration!

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