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Side Dishes

On Eat the Gains, you'll find a wide variety of side dishes for every season and occasion.

Try some light, vegetable-heavy side options like Healthy Broccoli Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing, Summer Corn Salad with Tomato and Avocado, and Strawberry Zucchini Noodle Salad.

 

Some favorite Fall-inspired sides include Homemade Cranberry Sauce, Green Beans with Mushrooms and Bacon, and Balsamic Roasted Mushrooms.

And some Eat the Gains side dish recipes that are longtime favorites include Grilled Eggplant Pizza, Spicy Pineapple Jicama Guacamole, and Sweet and Spicy Baked Plantains.

Bowl of broccoli fried rice on a white linen with chopsticks next to it and behind it a stalk of ginger, half a lime, green onions, and bowl of coconut aminos.

Broccoli Fried Rice

A bunch of eggplant pizza on baking sheet topped with basil and red pepper flakes.

Grilled Eggplant Pizza

A large glass bowl filled with chopped greek chickpea salad with fresh herbs and a gold spoon in the bowl.

Greek Chickpea Salad

Cast iron filled with low carb jalapeño popper chicken casserole topped with sliced jalapeños.

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole

A jar of homemade red enchilada sauce with a spoon in it. Next to the jar is some cilantro and a kitchen towel.

Red Enchilada Sauce

Whole30 pizza on sweet potato rounds with chicken, bacon, and ranch on top.

Whole30 Pizza with Chicken, Bacon, & Ranch

Plate of crispy rosemary garlic air fryer potatoes with a small ramekin of ketchup next to them.

Rosemary Garlic Air Fryer Potatoes

Overhead shot of a jar of homemade chipotle mayo with a stripped towel and an immersion blender next to it.

Homemade Spicy Chipotle Mayo

Bowl of curried butternut squash soup topped with coconut milk, hot sauce, sliced jalapenos, cashews, and cilantro. Behind it is another bowl and a clove of garlic and fresh ginger.

Curried Butternut Squash Soup

Individual crispy brussel sprouts with bacon and cheese with a toothpick stuck in each one.

Crispy Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Cheese

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Hey there! Welcome to Eat the Gains™! I'm Kelly - nutrition coach, meal prep expert, and lover of food and fitness. I like to create healthy recipes that make my body feel good inside and out and fuel my active lifestyle. Here you'll find lots of easy & tasty whole food recipes, workouts, and a little indulgence, because who doesn't love a spicy margarita! Find out more about Kelly…

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This is a plate of my breakfast today. I don’t h This is a plate of my breakfast today. I don’t have much to say other than I’m pretty damn excited to eat this plate. You should feel the same way about most of your meals. Life is too short to not enjoy the food we are eating.

Also, for a hot second (last night) my Instagram likes disappeared. They are back now, but I thought that was pretty freaking cool. I feel society can get so caught up in instant gratification and external validation. You post something and it doesn’t get a lot of likes/comments and you feel bad (I know I’ve been there). But why? You shared something you care about and that is what matters. I’m here for it and think it's a good shift. Anyone else?

Random thoughts on a Wednesday. Hope everyone is having a good week!
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Easy coconut curry lentil soup! Curry is one of my Easy coconut curry lentil soup! Curry is one of my favorite foods and I will take it in any form you give it to me. This soup is loaded with veggies, lentils, coconut milk, curry spices, garlic, and ginger. Super flavorful and comes together in one pan in 35 minutes.

Big fan of lentils over here. Not only are they reasonable to buy, but they have a good source of plant-based protein. They also are full of complex carbs and fiber, helping slow down digestion and good for the gut, and full of vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, iron, phosphorus, potassium, copper, manganese, zinc, and magnesium.

This soup is comforting and filling and makes a well-balanced and hearty plant-based meal packed with plant-based protein, healthy fats, complex carbs, and fiber.

Full recipe and nutrition breakdown on @eatthegains - link in profile or just search 'curry' in the search bar on the page!
https://eatthegains.com/coconut-curry-lentil-soup/
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Feeling a little bit of normalcy around here after Feeling a little bit of normalcy around here after a crazy week, although I know so many others are not. We got our power back last week after losing it for 3 days, are no longer on a boil water notice, and finally got internet/cable back this afternoon. It really goes to show how you can take everyday things for granted so easily. Feeling very grateful for a roof over our head, the heat (although now it’s back in the 70s lol), and a meal with my family.

I know a lot of others aren’t as lucky as us. Austin has really come together and showed up for others to help those in need.

We made the most delicious meal last night to start the week - homemade pasta (from the store lol) with sausage and peppers. Thinking I should put this on the blog despite it being so easy!

Hope all my Texas friends are doing okay and here’s to a new week!
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Peanut butter and jelly stuffed oatmeal cups! Pret Peanut butter and jelly stuffed oatmeal cups! Pretty much the best combo in a baked oatmeal cup form. Made with just 10 ingredients and using @bobsredmill (AD) Rolled Oats, Flaxseed Meal, and Chia Seeds! Perfect for a snack, breakfast addition, or pre/post-workout (my fav)! I love prepping them on Sunday to have during the week for an energizing snack with complex carbs, fiber, and healthy fats to keep me going. Super easy to make and vegan. Here is how to make them:⁠
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2.5 cups @bobsredmill Rolled Oats⁠
3 tablespoons @bobsredmill Flaxseed Meal⁠
1 tablespoon maple syrup⁠
1.5 teaspoons cinnamon⁠
1 teaspoon baking powder⁠
1/2 teaspoon vanilla⁠
1 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk⁠
1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons peanut butter⁠
1/4 cup berry chia jam (recipe below) or use store-bought⁠
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1# frozen berries⁠
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to make the jam - add berries to a medium-sized pot over medium-low heat and cook for 10-12 minutes until broken down. If you are using blueberries, break them up with a spoon or potato masher if you want a smoother consistency. Turn off heat and stir in chia seeds. Let sit to thicken for 30 minutes.⁠
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to make oatmeal cups - preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a muffin tin with oil or use silicone muffin liners. Mix together oats, flax, maple syrup, cinnamon, baking powder, vanilla, salt, and milk in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add one heaping tablespoon of the oat mixture to each silicone muffin liner, pressing down to form a cup shape. Next add 1/2 tablespoon of peanut butter, followed by 1 teaspoon jam to each muffin. Top with the remaining oat mixture (about 1 heaping tablespoon). Sprinkle with cinnamon if desired. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Enjoy!⁠
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My forever valentines! 🥰😂☺️ hope everyon My forever valentines! 🥰😂☺️ hope everyone had a good day whether you celebrated or not!
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A friendly reminder to eat the food. You don't nee A friendly reminder to eat the food. You don't need to be afraid of food or think you "can't" (I had someone tell me that on a call the other day).⁠
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1200 calories is not enough food. 1500, 1700, 1800, and even 2000 is not even enough for some females. A lot of active women can easily crush 2000+ calories. And this is especially true if you want to gain muscle. ⁠
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Swipe through to see my food for the ONE DAY. To be fair, I’m finishing up a surplus/muscle-building phase right now so I’m eating a little more than my maintenance (homeostasis point). But my maintenance is 2100-2300 calories. I’m 5’2”! Take out that protein bar, and that is what I eat during my maintenance phase.⁠
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We cannot live in a constant calorie deficit and be dieting for months and years on end. Unfortunately, it's pretty common. Restriction is not only not fun but can lead to a bunch of problems. Things in ⁠hormonal issues, loss of menstrual cycle, always cold, losing hair, not hungry or always hungry, always tired, inability to put on muscle, low sex drive...⁠
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If this is you, you probably need to reverse diet.⁠
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I’m all for bio-individuality. I know my needs and eating habits won’t work for you and yours won't for me. But I do know active women need to eat. And it's probably way more than you think you need.⁠
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I know because I was there too - I struggled with under-eating, restriction, bingeing, and over-exercising for a solid 10 years of my life.⁠ It's not easy to overcome, but it is so worth it.⁠
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If you are hungry, eat. Your body is smart and telling you something. If you are craving certain foods, eat them (if you don't have any allergies). Again, your body is telling you something.⁠
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You deserve to eat food.⁠
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Maple mustard chicken skillet in partnership with Maple mustard chicken skillet in partnership with @puremaplefromcanada (AD)! This skillet combines some of my favorite things - chicken, sweet potatoes, brussel sprouts, and a maple mustard sauce! It comes together in about 35 minutes, made in one pan, is loaded with protein, complex carbs, and veggies, and has a sweet and spicy maple mustard sauce to bring it all together.

100% maple syrup is my go-to when reaching for a sweetener. It adds a great flavor, can be used in either sweet or savory recipes, and also adds some micronutrients (minerals like manganese, riboflavin, calcium, potassium, and copper) since it's derived directly from a maple tree's sap.

The key when looking for maple syrup is you want one and only one ingredient - 100% pure maple syrup. 72% of maple syrup is produced in Canada and it’s super easy to find in the US - simply head to your local grocery store and before you add it to your cart, turn the bottle around and make sure it is pure maple syrup from Canada.

Full recipe on @eatthegains - link in profile or just search 'maple' in the search bar on the page!
https://eatthegains.com/maple-mustard-chicken-skillet/
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Beef stuffed butternut squash with cinnamon tahini Beef stuffed butternut squash with cinnamon tahini sauce!! This recipe is up there with some of my favorites I've made. It’s sweet, savory, has some greens, and then topped off with a delicious tahini sauce. I know the flavor combination might sound a little strange, especially with the sauce, but trust me.⁠⁠
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Sunday night football in our house 🐶😂🥰 wh Sunday night football in our house 🐶😂🥰 what's everyone planning on making today?! I think we are doing nachos!

Also, who else is team wear crappy clothes for pajamas?! Michael - "you have your good shirt on" hahaha. Trying to bring some real back in my Instagram feed.
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Chicken enchilada dip! Whether you like football o Chicken enchilada dip! Whether you like football or not, almost everyone can get down on some football food! And this chicken enchilada dip is where it's at! Chicken, peppers, onions, and cauliflower rice (yep, it's in there and I promise you won't know it) are mixed together with mayo (again, you won't taste it, it just adds some creaminess) and an easy homemade enchilada sauce. Then it's baked in the oven until hot and crispy on the top.⁠⁠
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