Clean Eating Made Easy With Make Ahead Meals

The idea of clean eating might seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. With healthy ingredients and simple recipes you can prep ahead of time, whipping up a clean meal is a breeze. Still don't know where to start? Lightlife can help with plant-based recipes that taste as good as they'll make you feel.

Believe it or not, it's possible to prep salads ahead of time and avoid the dreaded soggy lettuce and mushy toppings. If you're not a believer, try a tempeh salad topped with tangy orange tahini dressing. Prepare by chopping veggies and mixing together the dressing while baking Organic Soy Tempeh. Store ingredients separately and combine before serving for a no fuss lunch. [[{"fid":"4889282","view_mode":"default","fields":{"format":"default","alignment":"center","field_image_alt[und][0][value]":"Vegetarian Jambalaya","field_image_title[und][0][value]":"Vegetarian Jambalaya","field_image_caption[und][0][value]":"

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This winter, escape the cold with a warm bowl of jambalaya. Start with a base of seasonal vegetables like yellow onions, green peppers and okra and finish with rice and Chorizo Smart Sausages for a healthy lunch that will keep you energized through dinner.

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Eating healthy doesn't mean avoiding your craving for comfort food. Give into your desires while staying on track with a three cheese, plant-based lasagna. Did we mention it's simple to make? Layer cheeses, pasta sauce, Gimme Lean Sausage and you're done!

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Soups don't have to be a bowl of empty calories and tasteless broth. Instead, combine your daily allotment of veggies with Italian Smart Sausage and hearty vegetable broth. Prep the ingredients the night before for a quick make-ahead meal any day of the week!

For more inspirational ideas, visit www.lightlife.com/recipes-and-how-to and get acquainted with The Lightlifers.