The Holiday season is almost here, and we all know what that means - food!
I love the Thanksgiving turkey, the buttery mashed potatoes and my mom’s pumpkin pie - it’s obvious why my pants are a bit tighter when New Year’s rolls around.
I recently lost a few pounds and decided I was at a really happy, healthy weight for me. But I didn’t want to put it back on over the holidays. I needed to find a way to eat healthy in between holiday parties and all the feasts so that I can totally indulge on Thanksgiving and Christmas without feeling guilty.
The holiday season also happens to be my busiest time at work. So I don't have much time for meal prep anymore, which is what helps me lose weight in the first place. I had no clue about how to eat healthy without cooking, but then I came across Splendid Spoon.
Splendid Spoon is a subscription service that delivers nourishing, ready-to-eat, plant-based smoothies, soups, noodle bowls, and grain bowls to your doorstep. It sounded super convenient and super delicious. But would the soups and smoothies satisfy me?
I dug a little deeper and noticed that Splendid Spoon’s meals are high in fiber and beneficial fats that are designed to fill me up and boost my energy throughout the day. The meals are made with natural superfoods that are vegan, GMO-free, gluten-free and low in sugar and sodium.
I chose the Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner + Reset plan, which includes 5 smoothies, 5 soup & grain bowls, 5 noodles, and 5 light soups - reset day. I badly needed a health boost, so I decided to take the plunge and order.
It arrived in a few days right to my doorstep. When I opened the box, I saw how flavorful and delicious they looked, but how would they taste? I couldn't wait to try them.
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The next morning, I started with the Coffee Frappé Smoothie which includes cold-brewed coffee extract, almonds loaded with antioxidants, coconut cream (a healthy fat), and maca powder, which is good for memory, mood, and an energy booster. Antioxidants are an excellent way to begin my day. I took a sip - and it was absolutely delicious! Not too sweet, but super flavorful. And filling, too!
Now I bring soups and grain bowls to work instead of buying greasy fast food. I gave the Black Bean & Plantain Grain Bowl a try and loved it. It includes plantain, which provides Vitamin A & B6, and brown rice to keep my cholesterol in check. For dinner, I had the Dan Dan Noodles and finished every bite.
I was hesitant about the Reset Day; would I be satisfied with light soups? I was without a doubt surprised by how amazing these soups are; they’re not just crushed tomatoes thrown in a bowl. The Butternut Turmeric Soup reminds me of Thanksgiving and includes celery which is essential for healthy bones, butternut squash which regulates blood pressure, and turmeric, an anti-inflammatory.
After my first week, I felt less bloated and so refreshed. They’re so convenient, there’s no prep needed. Simply pop the soups and grain bowls in the microwave and you're good to go!
Plus, all the meals are pre-portioned - just the perfect size for you. What a fabulous way to prepare for the holidays.
Whether you want to get ahead of the holiday indulgence or merely start eating better as you head into 2022, I'd highly recommend Splendid Spoon.
