How to Make Time For Lunchtime!

Lunchtime has always been a struggle for me. As a full time hairstylist, I am sometimes unable to take bathroom breaks let alone lunch breaks. I'm not complaining one bit because I absolutely love what I do however it reeks havoc on my metabolism. I'm sure all you ladies can relate whether your a full time mom, financial analysis or teacher, sometimes there's no time for lunchtime! 

I just started Ideal Protein Diet roughly 6 weeks ago and I've experienced much success with the program. It forces me to each breakfast, lunch, dinner & an evening snack. It also forces me to plan ahead for each meal. It's actually helped me save mucho muu-la $$$$$ which is awesome because I found myself spending a couple hundred dollars going out to eat or ordering lunch that I never ate. 

I've recently discovered the art of steaming!!!  I always thought that it was a flavorless way to cook veggies but actually it quite the opposite. I really despise mushy veggies which is why steaming was never an option. Nowadays, I steam a lot of my veggies & shrimp because its quick, easy & you can steam a lot at once (It's a great low cost way to cook as well). Only steam for 8 minutes max on high and remove from steamer. This way you can re-cook the veggies when your recipes call for them to make them crisp up a bit. 

Below is one of my favorite recipes for lunchtime that I can make in large quantities. If you don't care for a veggie below or want to add to the mix by all means do it!  I just throw these together because I feel they work well and compliment each other:

Steamed broccoli

Portobello mushrooms

Tomateo

Bunch of basil

Salt/pepper/Mrs. Dash onion seasoning

I can't believe it's not butter spray 

Garlic

Oil

1. Sauté garlic in oil until golden

2. Add basil & steamed broccoli. Cook 2 mins

3. Add rest of veggies, Salt, pepper, Mrs. Dash onion seasoning

4. Cook until ready (5-10 minutes depending on how much veggies are in your pan)

5. Shut off burner & remove from stove then spray 1-6 sprays of I can't believe it's not butter spray

6. Enjoy!

Leave your comments below!!  Did you change the recipe? How?  What's your favorite lunchtime meal?  Leave it below. Enjoy!!! 

Xoxo 

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