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Eat Clean Meal Ideas with Pasta!

Main Dish Recipes, Meal IdeasWhitney Carlson2 Comments

DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored by Explore Asian. Thank you for supporting He and She Eat Clean.

Raise your hand if you love pasta! I have good news for you! I've found a high protein, low carb alternative. Explore Asian has reinvented the pasta aisle changing an everyday favorite into a ridiculously healthy and nutritious meal.

You might be thinking…she's crazy.

Don't knock it ‘til you try it! Honestly, when I first bought a package a few months ago I was skeptical but pleasantly surprised! Their products are made with the finest, organic NON-GMO ingredients and are vegan, gluten free, organic and Kosher certified. Oh, and they are ready in under 10 minutes. It's so easy!

You can create new recipes or even try out some of their suggested recipes on the package (or on their website). In an effort to show you more of my meals instead of just food prep, below are a few ways I've incorporated these products into my normal meals.

This week our food prep consisted of the following:

…and we added Explore Asian Organic Edamame Spaghetti and Organic Black Bean Spaghetti.

For a few of my meals I used a serving of the Edamame Spaghetti and mixed it with an Italian Turkey Burger and topped it with fresh pasta sauce. I also added some onion powder on top. It was delicious!

Next, I used the Black Bean Spaghetti and mixed it with the Honey Chipotle Ground Chicken. I think this is one of my favorite meals now!

The nutritional stats on these products are amazing! The Edamame Spaghetti has 24 grams of protein, 11 grams of fiber, and 21 grams of carbs per serving. The only ingredient is organic edamame. The Black Bean Spaghetti has 25 grams of protein, 12 grams of fiber, and 17 grams of carbs per serving. The only ingredient is organic black beans.

Since I was adding additional protein to my meals I didn't use an entire serving of the pasta and it was still very filling!

Wondering where to purchase Explore Asian products? They are available at many Whole Foods, Costco and Fairway stores. Our Costco (Buford, GA) carries the Edamame Spaghetti. Check out the store locator to find a store near you: http://www.explore-asian.com/store-locations

It gets even better! There's a contest opportunity! From November 25 - December 24, create a recipe using Explore Asian products and take a picture of your creation to enter to win a $100 gift card to Whole Foods. Recipes and pictures can be sent to info@explore-asian.com. All entries must be received by December 24, 2015.

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​Have you tried Explore Asian products before? Which one is your favorite? We can't wait to try the Thai Brown Rice Noodles next!

This post is sponsored by FitFluential on behalf of Explore Asian.

Clean Eating Meal Ideas

Meal IdeasWhitney CarlsonComment

Here are new(er) pictures of my meals!  This gives you an idea of how much and what I eat.

My meals also vary depending on my goals but I ALWAYS eat every 2-3 hours & always eat protein with each meal.  This is what I have found works for me.  I worked with a nutritionist to come up with my correct portions.  I highly suggest that you consult a nutritionist because what works for me may not work for you.  I also always try to eat whole foods when possible.

You can find food prep examples here and also read our food prep eBook!

Original Post Date: 10/31/2012
Updated Post Date: 03/24/2018

We now have a 1,500 calorie and 1,800 calorie clean eating meal plan!

This is what a typical day looks like for me when I am not training (only doing cardio, rest days, etc).

Meal 1: Egg Whites/Ezekiel Bread or Oatmeal/Fruit
Meal 2: Greek Yogurt (I add a little bit of Truvia, vanilla & walnuts)
Meal 3: Salsa Chicken/Brown Rice, Black Beans, or Rice Cakes/Veggies
Meal 4: Monster Meatloaf/Brown Rice, Black Beans, or Rice Cakes/Veggies
Meal 5 (post workout): Protein Shake/Fruit
Meal 6: Tilapia/Veggies
Meal 7: Casein Shake (not pictured)

Clean Eating Meal Ideas | He and She Eat Clean

This is what a typical day looks like for me when I am training {heavy}.

Meal 1: Egg Whites/Ezekiel Bread or Oatmeal/Fruit
Meal 2: Salsa Chicken/Brown Rice, Black Beans, or Rice Cakes/Veggies
Meal 3: Turkey (Chicken) Muffins/Quinoa/Veggies
Meal 4: Monster Meatloaf/Quinoa/Veggies
Meal 5 (post workout): Protein Shake/Fruit
Meal 6: Tilapia/Veggies
Meal 7: Casein Shake (not pictured)

Clean Eating Meal Ideas | He and She Eat Clean

Clean Eating Meal Ideas

Meal IdeasWhitney CarlsonComment

The picture below is a quick snap-shot of my meals. This picture was taken a few months ago & my meals have changed a little bit but this gives you an idea of how much and what I eat. My meals also vary depending on my goals but I try to eat every 2-3 hours & always eat protein with each meal. (Not pictured are meals 6 & 7). This is what I have found works for me. I worked with a nutritionist to come up with my correct portions. I highly suggest that you consult a nutritionist because what works for me may not work for you. I also always try to eat whole foods when possible.

Original Post Date: 03/2012
Updated Post Date: 03/24/2018

We now have a 1,500 calorie and 1,800 calorie clean eating meal plan!

Clean eating meal ideas

Below is a picture of what my normal Sunday food prep looks like.  In my opinion, food prep is the MOST IMPORTANT THING!  Designate one day each week to prepare your food! You MUST be prepared with clean foods at ALL TIMES! You can find food prep examples here and also read our food prep eBook!

Clean eating food prepped for the week!