Spring is a perfect time to embrace fresh, seasonal produce and adopt more sustainable eating habits. I have simple tips to sustainably spring clean your diet this month.
My first tip is to start the day off with a nutritious breakfast like seasonal baked berry oatmeal.
Eating seasonally means buying fruits and vegetables when they’re in their natural growing season. In addition to being ultra-flavorful and nutritious, peak-season produce is good for the planet and the people in your community. Sprouts Farmers Market offers a wide selection of local, organic, unique products to fit any lifestyle. They keep seasonality is always top of mind and work with local farmers to bring in the season’s freshest, most delicious produce including limited-time varieties you can’t find anywhere else. To make my recipe, combine 2 mashed bananas with 1 cup of quick oats, 2 tbsp cha seeds and 1 ½ cup almond milk in a baking dish. Top with frozen mixed berries and bake for 30 min at 350 F.
My next tip is to meal plan to minimize food waste.
These burrito bowls are perfect to make ahead of time and enjoy for lunch throughout the week. They can also be customized with your choice of protein, veggies and whole grains. Start with a base of the Organic Spelt & Red Quinoa Ancient Grain Blend and serve with salsa, chicken, cheese, corn and black beans. Besides being known for the season’s freshest, most delicious produce around located at the heart of the market, Sprouts offers a fresh, friendly take on grocery shopping, where exploration and discovery happen naturally so you can discover wide selection of natural and organic foods, including farm-fresh produce, bulk foods, fresh meat and seafood and seasonal items to make these bowls your own.
My next tip is to go plant-based once a week.
Studies show that eating MORE plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, while limiting animal products, may help support weight management and lower your risk of certain chronic diseases. My tofu stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights. Start by making your stir fry sauce with ¼ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup vegetable broth and a touch of honey. Toss tofu with soy sauce and cornstarch and sauté in a skillet until crisp then set aside. Sauté your vegetables until softened then add back the tofu and your stir fry sauce. Every time you shop at sprouts, shoppers can expect a feel-good experience and the best assortment of better-for-you products including unique attributed products such as plant-based, gluten-free, dairy-free, and more, all at affordable prices.
Finally, satisfy your sweet tooth with desserts with benefits
Fruits like berries, bananas, and apples can be used to sweeten desserts and add flavor without the need for excess sugar. To make my apple skillet, start by making the crumble topping with ¼ cup blanched almond flour 1 tbsp of chia seeds and hemp seeds, ¼ cup walnuts and 2 tbsp of coconut oil. In another large bowl, make the filling by combining 3 chopped apples with coconut sugar, cinnamon and coconut oil. Transfer to single-serve skillets and bake for 25 min at 350 F. This crumble topping can be customized with different nuts, seeds and fruit. Sprouts offers a bright and airy farmers market experience with their open layout, it can be an exciting treasure hunt for healthy alternatives and good-for-you products.
