As a self-proclaimed carnivore, I never thought I’d be able to survive on a plant-based diet. But for the sake of my health and the environment, I decided to give it a try for a week. And let me tell you, it was a wild ride.
Day 1: I woke up feeling energized and ready to take on the world. I started my day with a smoothie bowl filled with fruits, veggies, and acai. And surprisingly, it kept me full until lunchtime. For lunch, I had a salad with chickpeas and avocado. And for dinner, I made quinoa stuffed bell peppers that were surprisingly delicious.
Day 2: I woke up feeling slightly bloated, but I attributed it to my body adjusting to all the fiber. For breakfast, I had overnight oats with chia seeds and berries. For lunch, I had a veggie wrap with hummus and roasted veggies. And for dinner, I made a vegan chili that was so hearty and filling, I didn’t even miss the meat.
Day 3: I woke up feeling amazing. My skin was clearer, and I had a ton of energy. For breakfast, I had a green smoothie with spinach, kale, and mango. For lunch, I had a quinoa and black bean bowl with veggies. And for dinner, I made a vegan pasta dish with roasted tomatoes and garlic. It was so delicious that I didn’t even miss the cheese.
Day 4: I woke up feeling a bit sluggish, but I think it had more to do with my lack of sleep than my diet. For breakfast, I had a vegan breakfast sandwich with avocado and tofu. For lunch, I had a veggie burger with sweet potato fries. And for dinner, I made a vegan pizza with tons of veggies.
Day 5: I woke up feeling refreshed and energized. For breakfast, I had a smoothie bowl with peanut butter and banana. For lunch, I had a vegan Caesar salad with tempeh. And for dinner, I made a vegan stir-fry with tofu and veggies.
Day 6: I woke up feeling great. For breakfast, I had a vegan breakfast burrito with tofu scramble and veggies. For lunch, I had a vegan sushi bowl with avocado and veggies. And for dinner, I made a vegan shepherd’s pie with lentils and veggies.
Day 7: I woke up feeling sad that my week of plant-based eating was coming to an end. For breakfast, I had a vegan breakfast sandwich with avocado and tempeh bacon. For lunch, I had a vegan BLT with tempeh bacon and avocado. And for dinner, I made a vegan lasagna with tofu ricotta and veggies.
Overall, I was surprised at how easy and delicious it was to eat a plant-based diet for a week. I felt more energized, my skin was clearer, and I lost a few pounds. I even found some new favorite recipes that I plan on incorporating into my regular diet. Who knows, I may even become a full-time plant-based eater.
