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Early Fall

0 · Jun 26, 2012 · 14 Comments

It’s a perfect day out there.

It actually feels a lot like early Fall – which is my absolute favorite season.

I headed to the gym around 11 and did a quick elliptical workout then headed home for lunch!

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I kind of wanted a salad, but I was also craving something a little warm given the cooler temps today.

My solution?

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A nice warm turkey, pepperjack, spicy mustard and avocado panini on whole wheat (AWESOME combo of flavors).

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A side salad with 50/50 salad mix, shredded carrots and avocado, olive oil and vinegar.

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And a nice juicy orange.

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It was a perfect compromise.

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And quickly gobbled up 

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  1. Liz @ Tip Top Shape says

    Jun. 26th, 2012 at 2:18 pm

    That sandwich looks delicious!!! I had a very similar one for lunch 😀

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    • Cait says

      Jun. 26th, 2012 at 2:44 pm

      Can’t beat a good panini! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Claire @ Live and Love to Eat says

    Jun. 26th, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    Mmm that panini sounds fantastic – but I’ll take summer over fall any day!

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    • Cait says

      Jun. 26th, 2012 at 3:43 pm

      I’m always torn – when it’s not summer, I wait and wait and wait for it and when it is summer, I crave Fall! Classic case of not being happy with what you have! Haha. Truly I love both seasons though 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kelly says

    Jun. 26th, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    GAH! I kinda sorta want to hate you…it is going to be 105 today in Austin. I want to cry. Enjoy your lovely weather and dang that panini looks tasty!

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    • Cait says

      Jun. 26th, 2012 at 3:44 pm

      UGH! Boy do I know the heat of Austin summers from when I would go and stay with my cousins! It’s the worst! We’re supposed to eek towards the 100s by the end of the week though! And thank you 🙂 It definitely was!

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  4. Kelly @ My Love Affair with Running says

    Jun. 26th, 2012 at 6:05 pm

    I love homemade lunches! Toasted sandwiches always hit the spot, and always forget how good they are when I havnt had one in a while!

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    • Cait says

      Jun. 26th, 2012 at 6:34 pm

      Agreed! Sometimes I get on kicks where I’ll be eating out a lot and my first meal at home is always so delicious 🙂 And cheap! 😉

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  5. Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen says

    Jun. 26th, 2012 at 6:32 pm

    I’m sitting here in the kitchen with the windows open thinking, “Why does it feel like fall?”

    If only we could have these days…ALWAYS. 🙂

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    • Cait says

      Jun. 26th, 2012 at 6:35 pm

      Haha I COMPLETELY agree – and so funny you say that because as I was eating my breakfast outside this morning I thought to myself “If only the weather could always be like this” Then I thought to myself “I guess that’s what living in San Diego must be like!” 🙂

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  6. Alissa @lifelikefruitsalad says

    Jun. 26th, 2012 at 6:53 pm

    It felt EXACTLY like fall here, too! I kinda loved it… 😀
    Your lunch looks amazing, though! I need to get myself a panini press!

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    • Cait says

      Jun. 26th, 2012 at 8:28 pm

      Definitely do! I actually just use my griddler…this would be great cooked like a grilled cheese as well 🙂

      Glad you too can appreciate the greatness of a good fall weather day!

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  7. Lauren says

    Jun. 26th, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    Your lunches always look so clean and delicious. Love a hot sandwich. 🙂

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    • Cait says

      Jun. 26th, 2012 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks Lauren 🙂 And me too! Can’t beat it!

      Reply

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