It’s been a few weeks since I posted our weekly meal plan here. We went through one of those phases where it seems like every night there was something happening after school or work, making it tricky to cook and serve dinner like we usually do. But rather than eating takeout this whole time, we’ve been trying to be good by winging in with random items in our kitchen and pantry. Thankfully (knock on wood), things seem to be settling down now, so no more excuses. Back to meal planning.
But first, I have to share my excitement about the return to the 2013 racing season, which starts today with the Rás na hÉireann U.S.A. 5K, just outside Boston. Woo-hoo! Finally!!
It should be interesting running outside, considering we got walloped with more snow on Friday and most of the streets are wet and slushy, but I’m looking forward to a fun day running with friends (and approximately 4,997 strangers). And in the spirit of being festive, I have green nails and a green SparklySoul headband! Stay tuned for a recap early in the week.
But back to meal planning. Here’s what’s on our weekly menu:
Sunday: Black bean, goat cheese and avocado tacos
(New Food) Monday: Veggie burgers (adults), hot dogs (kids) and mashed cauliflower (new food)
Tuesday: Roasted polenta (Trader Joe’s instant variety – the kind that comes in a log) with sauteed mushrooms, tomatoes and poached egg over spinach (here’s a link to a similar recipe)
Wednesday: I have plans; I think Dr. G. and kids are planning on some kind of fish
Thursday: Dr. G. has plans, so this may be a “silly dinner” (otherwise known as “breakfast for dinner”)
Friday: One of my best friends arrives for a weekend visit! She is a fellow vegetarian and a total foodie but I don’t want to slave away on dinner; I want something easy so we have more time to gab it up. Enter 101 Cookbooks’ green lentil soup with curried brown butter, accompanied by some crusty bread from one of my favorite bakeries.
Saturday: My friend and I will likely eat dinner out – girls night!
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My workout plan this week is pretty standard (with the addition of daily planks, which I’ve been trying to get into the practice of doing):
Sunday: 5K race
Monday: Body Pump in AM
Tuesday: 3-4 miles in AM
Wednesday: Body Pump in AM
Thursday: 3-4 miles in AM or at lunch (depends on what time I get home on Wed. night)
Friday: Rest
Saturday: Another 5K (this one in my hometown to benefit my son’s PTO)
I’m also going to be posting my half marathon training plan this week. I kick it into full gear starting the week of March 18!
What’s on your menu this week? Anyone else running a race this weekend or next?