{weekly eats: monday}

Hi guys!  Since a number of you were telling me how much you like these types of posts, I decided to switch it up a little bit this week and split it out into days.  Many of you have asked to see recipes for certain  posts, snack ideas and weekend meals so I thought this could be a good way to answer those questions!

Breakfast: Plain Siggi’s yogurt mixed with 1 tbsp. chia seeds then topped with diced apple, Kashi Go Lean Honey Almond Flax and natural peanut butter

Lunch: Turkey and cheese on whole wheat bagel with mustard and lettuce plus cucumbers with hummus and grapes

Afternoon Snack: Trail mix (almonds, cashews and dried cranberries)

Dinner: Homemade turkey & veggie chili (recipe below) topped with plain greek yogurt, mashed avocado and hot sauce plus corn chips

Recipe for the Turkey & Veggie Chili:

Ingredients:

• 1-2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium white onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 pound ground turkey breast
• 1 medium red pepper, diced
• 1 medium yellow pepper, diced
• 1 medium orange pepper, diced
• 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2-4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans

Preparation:

1. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add first 4 ingredients; cook for 6 minutes or until turkey is done, stirring frequently to crumble. Stir in peppers, chili powder and next 7 ingredients (through broth); bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in kidney beans and cilantro.
2. Top with plain greek or skyr yogurt, hot sauce and avocado.
3. Serve with corn chips.

TIP: Always look for ground turkey BREAST as this ensures that it’s the lean white meat chicken which is better for you.

DESSERT: A bowl of air-popped popcorn that I enjoyed while watching Friday Night Lights (I’m SO addicted!)

And that does it for Monday!

Disclaimer: I do these posts for inspiration only and in no way recommend your try to follow what I do exactly.  Everyone is unique in their needs and should consult a professional or RD in their area for an individualized plan if you’re looking for one.   

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