Meal Prep Vegan | Quick Plant Based Meal Prep For Weight Loss

By Joe G

Nurse, Trainer, Elite Leader


Meal Prep Vegan | Quick Plant Based Meal Prep For Weight Loss

Ready to learn how to meal prep vegan style?

Good! 

Get your scroll finger ready because today I'm going to share  a step-by-step plant based meal prep, with all of the best vegan meal prep ideas you could ever ask for, jam-packed into one single week of delicious vegan meals.

oh, and By the way if you struggle to consistently meal prep vegan style and you want a custom plant based diet plan, then simply tap the image below to get your eat more plants cookbook today.

alright, here's what we'll cover...

Meal Prep Vegan | Quick Plant Based Meal Prep For Weight Loss | Vegan Meal Prep Ideas | The Why?

health is wealth, right?

I thought you'd agree.

so, to examine the "why" behind this meal prep for vegans...we let science take the wheel.

and if you want to learn about all the scientifically backed health benefits a vegan lifestyle has to offer, check out our vegan smoothie: the perfect muscle building protein vegan shake.

but to be clear, just because you eat a plant based diet does not mean you are on your way to reaping its health benefits. 

why?

well, because your diet should be judged based on the type, amount, and variety  of nutrients you take in, not on what the diet is called.

And luckily for you, these vegan meal prep ideas are inspired by my journey of trial and error finding real palatable plant based meals to prep to consistently hit fat loss, muscle building, metabolic, or physique goals.

what that means is...you're getting tried and true vegan meal prep recipes to help you start your fat loss journey, without all the fluff, negative tastes, and false promises.

you ready to eat some plants?

Vegan Meal Prep Ideas | #1 Breakfast PB & J Overnight Oats

alright, Our First Meal is the classic overnight oats with an old-fashioned twist.

If you're a peanut butter and jelly fan, this is the perfect way to start your day with a breakfast recipe that will help curb your cravings until lunch.

It's calorie dense with: 

  • 562 calories
  • 12.9 g proteins
  •  80 g Carbohydrates
  • 21 g fats

This recipe also has a satisfying sweet flavor and crunchy texture that will leave you wanting more.

If you're looking for a vegan meal prep idea for breakfast, this over night oats recipe is for you.

Let's take a look at the ingredients below.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup: old fashioned oats 

1/2 cup almond milk

2 tbsp. walnuts

2 tbsp. cranberries

2 tbsp. Jelly

1.5 tbsp. peanut butter

now that you now exactly what you need, lets dive into the recipe.

Recipe:

This meal prep recipe is straightforward, however,  my method of madness when preparing overnight oats in mason jars is as follows.

PB & J: Overnight oats

(27.5 G Protein)

this PB& J Overnight oats recipe is the perfect quick plant based meal prep for weight loss breakfast starter.

it's calorie dense with: 562 calories 12.9g proteins 80 g Carbohydrates and 21g fats

 plus, its slow energy release will hold your cravings over until lunch.

4.5 out of 5 stars (230 reviews)

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Add 3/4 Cup Oats
  • 2
    Add 1/2 Cup Almond Milk
  • 3
    Add Walnuts, Cranberries, Jelly, & Peanut Butter
  • 4
    Place mason jars in the fridge

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and voila, just like that, meal one is done. pull one mason jar out of the refrigerator to eat each day of the week.  

Now, it's time to get ready for the next meal in your plant based meal prep.

 Plant Based Meal Prep | #2 Super Food Quinoa Bowl

now, Our second plant based Meal boasts a nutrient dense profile and provides a burst of flavor once it touches your lips. 

but before we go any deeper with this vegan meal prep idea,  let's take a look at the calorie profile for this super food quinoa bowl:

  • 280 calories
  •  8 g proteins
  •  49.6 g Carbohydrates
  • 5.5g fats

it's also jam-packed with vitamins and minerals to give you a boost of energy mid-day.

This recipe right here, is my go to numero uno healthy recipe due to its super food content and benefits.

as always, don't just take my word for it, do your research and check out the ingredients below.

Ingredients roasted sweet potatoes:

3 cup: sweet potatoes Cubed

2 tbsp. olive oil

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. paprika

1/4 tbsp. turmeric

1/4 tbsp. white pepper

Ingredients roasted broccoli and cauliflower:

3 cup: Cauliflower

2 cup: Broccoli

2 tbsp. olive oil

2 cloves minced garlic

1 tbsp. tamari sauce

1/2 tsp white pepper

1/2 tsp ginger

Ingredients tahini sauce:

3 tbsp. tahini sauce

3 tbsp. orange juice

2 tbsp. tamari sauce

2 tbsp. maple syrup

1 tbsp. olive oil

1 tbsp. lime juice

1/2 tsp ginger

1/4 tsp pepper flakes

Ingredients quinoa:

1 package Quinoa.

Recipe:

oh, and just like anything else in life that's worthwhile, This meal prep recipe will require some effort. 

but you're up for the challenge, when it comes to your health, right?

okay, now that you're mentally prepared to roll up your sleeves, let's break this recipe down into 4 simple steps. 

SUPERFOOD: QUINOA BOWL

(27.5 G Protein)

this meal prep vegan superfood quinoa bowl recipe is a quick plant based meal prep for weight loss that you can use for lunch.

it's a lean calorie machine with : 280 calories 8g proteins 49.6 g Carbohydrates and 5.5g fats

 plus, it's jam-packed with vitamins and minerals to give you a boost of energy mid-day.

4.0 out of 5 stars (68 reviews)

STEP 1

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. Cube Sweet Potatoes
  • 2
    Add Olive Oil
  • 3
    Add Salt, Paprika, Turmeric, & White Pepper,
  • 4
    Place on baking tray and place in oven for 40 min.

STEP 2

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Dice Cauliflower And Broccoli into florets
  • 2
    Add Olive Oil
  • 3
    Add Minced Garlic, White Pepper, Tamari Sauce, & Ginger
  • 4
    Place on baking tray and place in oven for 30 min.

STEP 3

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    In a mason jar add tahini, orange juice, tamari Sauce, & maple syrup
  • 2
    Add olive oil, lime juice, ginger, & pepper flakes
  • 3
    Stir well and set aside.

STEP 4

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Boil water in pan
  • 2
    Add quinoa to pan, cook according to package instructions.
  • 3
    Set aside.

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now look at you, two meals down and you're just two meals away from building your very own plant based meal prep for weight loss.

don't stop now, let's keep the party going with meal #3.

Meal Prep Vegan | #3 Tempeh Spinach And Rice

Our third Meal hits a little different.

If different is what excites you, then this tempeh spinach and rice meal prep vegan idea will tickle your taste buds, and prime your physique for massive muscle gains.

It's calorie dense with: 

  • 500 calories
  • 16.5g proteins
  •  64 g Carbohydrates
  • 19 g fats

Plus it's simple, easy, and will help you hit your dream physique faster. 

Let's take a quick peek at  the ingredients below.

Ingredients:

3 cup: jasmine rice

1 red bell pepper diced

2 onions diced

1 habanero pepper diced

1/4 cup olive oil

2 veggie bouillon cubes

2 package frozen chopped spinach

1 package tempeh fakin' bacon

Recipe:

This meal prep recipe requires minimal effort, but packs a healthy punch.

so, let's take a look at these 4 simple steps below. 

TEMPEH SPINACH AND RICE 

(16.5 G Protein)

This tempeh spinach and rice recipe is the simplest way to prime your physique for muscle growth.

It's calorie dense with: 500 calories 16.5g proteins 64 g Carbohydrates and 19g fats

4.5 out of 5 stars (230 reviews)

STEP 1

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Add jasmine rice to a rice cooker or cook rice in pan, according to package instructions.
  • 2
    Set aside.

STEP 2

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Dice onions, red bell pepper, and habanero pepper.
  • 2
    Place ingredients in a blender, add 1/2 cup water and blend until smooth. Set aside.

STEP 3

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Place skillet over medium heat add olive oil, blended onions, and peppers. Simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes.
  • 2
    Add 2 packages of chopped spinach and 2 veggie bouillon cubes.
  • 3
    Add 1/4 cup water. Bring to boil then reduce heat to simmer and cover.

STEP 4

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Place skillet over  medium heat.
  • 2
    Add fakin' bacon tempeh strips to skillet. Cook according to package instructions.
  • 3
    Set aside.

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 vegan meal prep ideas | #4 Split peas and rice

Our fourth and final Meal seals the deal with its simplicity.

which in our humble opinion, is One of the best qualities you can undertake.

okay, back to the  split peas.

They're  calorie dense with: 

  • 660 calories
  •  27.5 g proteins
  •  118 g Carbohydrates
  • 9 g fats

 Plus, it's jam-packed with vitamins and minerals to boost post workout muscle building recovery. 

If you're looking for a high calorie vegan smoothie, this bad Larry is for you.

In fact, I'm so confident, that I promise when you're done , you'll say...

Ingredients:

Jasmine RIce

1 package split peas (soaked overnight)

4 cups of water

1/4 olive oil

1 onion

1 habanero (optional - spice)

1-2 veggie bouillon cubes

Recipe:

Split Peas And Rice

(27.5 G Protein)

This vegan split peas and rice recipe is the perfect muscle building post workout meal.

It's calorie dense with: 660 calories 27.5g proteins 118 g Carbohydrates and 9g fats

4.5 out of 5 stars (230 reviews)

STEP 1

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Cook jasmine rice in rice cooker or in a pan according to package instructions. Set aside.
  • 2
    Soak Split Peas Overnight (optional)
  • 3
    Add 4 cups of water to a pan. Add split peas and boil for 10-15 minutes.

STEP 2

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Dice 1 onion and 2 habaneros
  • 2
    Blend in blender and add to split peas with 2 veggie bouillon cubes.
  • 3
    Simmer for 25-30 minutes or until split peas are soft.

STEP 3

INgredients

2 tbsp Peanut Butter

1 cup

Almond Milk

INstructions

  • 1
    Once water evaporates add 1/4 cup olive oil and stir into split peas.
  • 2
    Plate and serve with 1 cup rice.

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Meal Prep Vegan | Quick Plant Based Meal Prep For Weight Loss | vegan meal prep ideas | wrap-up

Meal 1

Meal 2

Meal 3

Meal 4

Peanut Butter Jelly

Overnight

Oats

Super Food Bowl

Tempeh Spinach

With Rice

Split Peas

With Rice

Alright ladies and gents, there you have it, a simple vegan smoothie recipe that can help you build muscle, speed up recovery, and improve your health .

and it only takes 5 minutes to make.

you have five minutes, right?

be sure to add this vegan smoothie recipe into your post workout routine.

now, the only thing left for you to do, is to put it all together and enjoy!

The recipe is below, be sure to drop a comment if you try to let us know what you think.

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Until next time...

The juice is worth the squeeze

Joe G - Your elite health and physique leader

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