Southwestern beans on toast.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Long-lasting, nutritious ingredients are a great way to last out long breaks between meals. Beans on toast is a quick morning fix (beans are packed with fibre, so they take longer to digest), and will help keep you full for the day ahead. Get the recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.High protein, easy recipes (like this make-ahead oatmeal) are also good choices when you’re getting an early start.
Bonus: Chia seeds are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, protein and fibre. Get the recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Double up on the toppings for our smoothie bowls (with ingredients like almonds and flax seeds) for a lasting boost of fibre and protein. Get the recipe.
Photo, Sian Richards.This dish rocks both beans and an egg, boasting a healthy dose of fibre and protein for the day. Get the recipe.
Photo, Sian Richards.To save time, and get in a few big food groups in the morning, try this two-for-one recipe. It’s lentil bolognese tonight, then save the leftovers and turn them into a lentil ragu tomorrow.
Bonus: Lentils are also high in fibre, keeping you full for longer. Get the recipe.
Photo, Sian Richards.In the morning fill up on last night’s bolognese with this 15 minute fix. All you need to do is heat up the lentils, cook some quick-polenta, and voila! Lentil ragu. Get the recipe.
Photo, Sian Richards.This Mediterranean dish is satisfying and easy. Try it served with thick slices of fresh bread for dipping. Get the recipe.
Photo, Sian Richards.Adding a fried egg on top gives this hearty bowl a big protein boost, and will keep you going for longer. Get the recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.These noodle rolls make use of yesterday’s rice bowl, providing the same high protein benefits. Plus, the leafy greens help to keep you hydrated. Get the recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Our take on the traditional Middle-Eastern salad, it’s an easy option for dinner late in the day, and is packed with healthy legumes, fragrant herbs and juicy tomatoes. Get the recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.These date bars are a great side to any meal. So if you’re looking to get an extra boost for the day, have these on hand.
Bonus: Dates have a low glycemic index, which means the sugars covert at a slower rate, and they’ll give you an energy boost without the sugar rush (and crash). Get the recipe.
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