COOKS NOTES + SUBSTITUTES:
Almond ‘Hummus’ Dairy-Free Pesto recipe here
Meatballs vegetarian alternative Lentil balls.
Lentil Risotto legume / keto alternative Macadamia Satay.
Unless otherwise stated all cans are 400g / 14oz.
Standard bag of salad = approx 150g (5oz).
‘PREP AHEAD’ POSSIBILITIES
Here are suggestions for things you can possibly prepare ahead. They’re just suggestions though so please don’t feel like you need to devote your weekend to getting these steps done! It’s totally up to you.
[4] Feta & Meatballs
MEATBALLS (30 minutes)
Just cook as per the recipe but keep the hummus and herbs separately. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or can be frozen (except the parsley). To serve, warm meatballs in the oven (200C / 400F) for about 10 mins then finish with hummus and parsley.
INGREDIENT STORAGE Best Practices
Also see the WASTE AVOIDANCE STRATEGY with each recipe for tips on preserving ingredients for longer periods if required.
VEGGIES
broccoli – in the fridge wrapped in a plastic bag.
green herbs – in the fridge wrapped in a plastic bag.
lemons – in the fridge wrapped in a plastic bag. Can be kept at room temp if you prefer but will last longer in the fridge.
salad leaves – store sealed bag in the fridge. If buying loose leaves, wash and spin dry in a salad spinner then wrap loosely in paper towel and place inside plastic bag. Push out most of the air and seal. Store in the fridge.
onions – in a dark pantry.
PROTEIN
chicken – in the fridge in the packaging it was purchased in.
eggs – I keep mine in the pantry because we eat a lot of eggs. Will last much longer in the fridge.
minced (ground) beef or lamb – in the fridge in the packaging it was purchased in.
DAIRY
feta – in the fridge. Will keep for months in an unopened package.
cheese – in the fridge. I prefer to wrap in baking paper or waxed paper and then store inside a sealed plastic bag or other container.
parmesan – in the fridge wrap in baking paper and store in a sealed plastic bag or airtight container.
butter – in the fridge in the packaging it was purchased in.
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OLD FORMAT ‘Print Friendly’ Meal Plan
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