Meal prepping in the van: efficient and delicious on the go
Meal prepping is a great way to save time and money while enjoying healthy meals. Especially in a van, it can make everyday life much easier. In this blog post, you will learn how to plan and prepare your meals in advance. We also show you how the Smantry.app helps you to always be well organized and prepared.
- Advantages of meal prepping in the van
- Meal prepping offers many advantages, especially when living in a van:
- Time saving: preparing several meals at once saves you time in your daily routine.
- Cost savings: Targeted shopping and avoiding leftovers help you save money.
- Health: Prepared meals enable a balanced diet and prevent unhealthy impulse purchases.
2. How to get started with meal prepping in the van
Planning:
Create a meal plan: Plan your meals for the week in advance. Take into account your travel plans and possible storage options.
Shopping list: Use the Smantry app to create a shopping list. This will ensure you have all the ingredients to hand.
Preparation:
Prepare meals: Cook larger quantities and divide meals into portions. Use reusable containers for storage.
Store food correctly: Use refrigeration options and be mindful of food shelf life.
3. Simple and delicious meal prep recipes
Here are three simple and delicious recipes that are perfect for meal prepping in the van:
Recipe 1: Lentil Stew
Ingredients: Red lentils, carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, vegetable stock, tomato paste, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin.
Instructions: Chop the carrots, potatoes, onion and garlic. Sauté in olive oil, add the lentils and vegetable stock. Add tomato puree and spices and simmer for about 20 minutes. Divide into containers and store.
Recipe 2: Chickpea curry
Ingredients: Chickpeas (canned), coconut milk, onion, garlic, ginger, spinach, curry powder, turmeric, salt, pepper, olive oil.
Instructions: Finely chop the onion, garlic and ginger and fry in olive oil. Add the chickpeas and coconut milk, season with curry powder and turmeric. Stir in the spinach and simmer until everything is well cooked. Divide into portions and store in a cool place.
Recipe 3: Greek couscous salad
Ingredients: Couscous, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, olives, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Instructions: Prepare the couscous according to the packet instructions. Cut the vegetables and feta into small pieces, pit the olives. Mix everything together with lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Pour into containers and store in a cool place.
The Smantry app: your meal prep helper
The Smantry app is your perfect companion for successful meal prepping in the van:
Inventory management: keep track of your supplies and avoid food waste.
Shopping lists: Create shopping lists and make sure you have all the ingredients you need to hand.