I cannot believe that June is already over and we’re heading into the Fourth of July holiday. Who else feels like June flew by? This week the recipes include both old and new. My kids are creatures of comfort and, truth be told, they’d prefer to have to the same food every week if I’d let them. I am sure some of you mom’s can relate. So this week I’ve included some of their favorites as well as some new recipe’s we’ll be trying this week. All recipes leverage the amazing fruits and vegetables of the season and are quick and easy.
As you know, I’m a certified FASTer Way to Fat Loss coach and these recipes fit within my macros and keep me on plan to reach my own personal goals. If you’re doing the FASTer Way and need help with meal ideas, let me know in the comments below. I’m always happy to help.
As with all of my weekly meal plans, proteins can be swapped out if you don’t like the protein in the recipe. I’m a pescatarian so if we’re having pork or chicken, I will usually substitute it for some white fish. Eat the protein you like. A meal plan will only work long term (and any fitness or wellness program) if you like the foods you’re eating. So take this and adjust as necessary. Just watch those macros!
Let me know what you’ll be eating this week! And if you make anything from this post, tag me on Instagram so I can share it with my followers (@kimberleykasper).
Sunday
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Tonight we’ll enjoy a simple slow cooker chicken teriyaki. Simply add three chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper to the slow cooker, cover with a jar of your favorite teriyaki (I use the Primal No Soy Teriyaki - it’s gluten-free, doesn’t include soy, and can be used by those on Whole 30 or who are paleo). I cut up a pineapple and slice red onion, add some crushed ginger, and turn the slow cooker on. Six hours later you have perfectly tender chicken that I shred and we’ll eat over quinoa, cauliflower rice, in a gluten-free tortilla, or over a bed of lettuce. This is the perfect meal when you’re low on time and want something healthy with amazing flavor. Just a reminder though, if you’re doing the FASTer Way, look for a sauce with low sugar and not a lot of extras - make it macro friendly.
Monday
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It’s low carb day for my FASTer Way clients so tonight we’ll be enjoying this Broccoli Beef. This is a favorite recipe in our house and a fantastic option for my clients. At roughly 8 net carbs, it’s an easy decision to make this for dinner. Eat this with some cauliflower rice on a low carb day (quinoa on a regular macro day) and you’re ready to go.
Tuesday
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You all know I LOVE taco Tuesday so it should come as no surprise that I’ve found the BEST shrimp tacos for you to try this week. You will love this recipe for Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa Cream. My FASTer Way clients will omit the sour cream (use some Tapatio instead) and use low carb tortilla’s (my favorite are here). As written, this recipe comes in at roughly 19 net carbs including regular tortillas so by simply swapping tortilla’s, this should fit your macros.
Wednesday
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On Wednesday it’s all about the salad as we head into the Fourth of July. I’ll be busy making sure everything is ready for the holiday, so we’re going to have this light and easy Grilled Corn Salad and I’ll serve grilled chicken on the side. As a plus, anything leftover will be an amazing addition to our Fourth of July table.
Thursday
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There are so many amazing options for the Fourth of July. I’ll post my full menu on the blog later this week but wanted to share an amazing appetizer you can take if you’re headed to a celebration somewhere else. This No Fuss Farmers Market Mezze Platter is quick, delicious, and will be the star of the appetizer table. Almost everything on this tray can be purchased at the store, so you’ll only need to arrange the platter. How great is that!
For my FASTer Way clients, enjoy today and eat what you like to make you happy. There are always going to be holiday’s, celebrations, business dinners, etc., and for this to become a lifestyle you need to eat what you like to fit your macros. So in the Fourth enjoy your day, don’t count macros if you don’t want to (maybe break your fast later in the day, get a good workout in early) and just be present. Give yourself some grace if you go overboard and know that Friday is a new day - it won’t derail your progress. Happy Fourth!
Friday
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Friday is all about the pizza and this week’s recipe is for an Arugula Fig pizza. Either make the crust using my favorite gluten-free flour or use a cauliflower crust. Either way, this is am AMAZING choice for a Friday night dinner with friends.
Saturday
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Saturday night’s I love to have family sitting around the table and this Basil Chicken Saltimbocca with marinated tomatoes and burrata is the perfect meal. My FASTer Way clients will use gluten-free breadcrumbs and can omit the burrata (if going dairy free). I am 90% dairy free and just can’t give up burrata. And since I love it, I’m not going to. After all, the FASTer Way lifestyle isn’t about giving up all you love. It’s about finding what fits within your macros so that you’re eating healthy. And this is exactly what I do (and hope you are, too!).