Looking for a low-carb, 21 Day Fix, or 2B Mindset meal? I’ve got you covered!
This Friday night I did something unexpectedly satisfying: I folded laundry and put it away. Yes, there was wine involved, but the real pleasure came from feeling like I was getting some order back into my life after a whirlwind summer. I’ve tried embracing the “make memories and don’t worry about the mess” mindset, but I’m the kind of person who gets stressed when things are chaotic. I finally reached my limit and decided to tidy up.
We still made memories this weekend, experimented (and made a mess) attempting to perfect a waffle recipe, and have plans to go downtown tonight for the Eagles’ training camp. Between the fun and the chaos, I also spent time getting a few practical things done — including creating a new meal plan.
I know new meal plans have been scarce this summer, but there are plenty in the archives if you need more ideas. For now, here’s a streamlined, no-yellow-dinners week designed for low-carb, 21 Day Fix, and 2B Mindset approaches. The plan focuses on real, simple ingredients and makes grocery shopping straightforward.
{No Yellow Dinners Week 3} Meal Plan & Grocery List
Monday: Chicken Satay and Cauliflower Rice with Lime and Cilantro (Tip: prep the marinade on Sunday and refrigerate the chicken in it for best flavor)
Groceries:
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins
- Coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce (if not gluten-free)
- 3 limes
- Honey
- Garlic
- Fresh ginger
- Curry powder
- Chili paste or sriracha (adjust to taste)
- Fresh cilantro
- 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups cauliflower, grated or shredded
- Olive oil
Tuesday: Lemon Grilled Salmon and Three Cheese Zucchini Bake
Groceries:
- 4 wild Alaskan salmon fillets (about 4 oz each)
- 4 tsp olive oil
- 2 lemons
- Olive oil spray
- 4 cups zucchini, sliced or half-moons
- Fresh basil
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Shredded mozzarella
- Shredded Parmesan or Romano
- Feta cheese
Wednesday: Low-Carb Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Groceries:
- 2 cups cauliflower rice (thawed if frozen; frozen can work in a pinch)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins
- 4 tsp rice flour or gluten-free flour blend
- Vegan butter, regular butter, or ghee
- Unsweetened original almond milk
- 1 1/3 cups shredded cheddar (use dairy-free alternative if needed)
Thursday: Instant Pot Maple BBQ Chicken (serve with grilled veggies)
Groceries:
- 1–1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- Coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce if not gluten-free)
- Maple syrup
- Apple cider vinegar
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Optional: thickener of choice (arrowroot, tapioca, cornstarch, etc.)
Friday: Cheesy Zucchini Taco Skillet {21 Day Fix}
Groceries:
- Olive oil cooking spray
- Extra-lean, grass-fed ground sirloin
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups sliced zucchini
- Chili powder or salt-free taco seasoning
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes or 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2/3 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
- Toppings: avocado, cilantro, extra cheese, or your favorites
Enjoy the week of simple, flavor-forward dinners that fit low-carb, 21 Day Fix, and 2B Mindset approaches. Each meal is built around whole ingredients and easy prep, so you can spend less time stressing about dinner and more time enjoying life (and the laundry, if that’s your thing!).