I lost Vegas.
Not literally, thank god.Â
We’ve been doing a little 21 day reset. Â Vegas said she’d give it a week and then see if she wanted to keep going. Â She lasted a week like a champion… but then I lost her.
Actually, we both went a little off the reservation Saturday night.  I got back on track Sunday, but Vegas was done.  She’s still been basically eating whatever I eat… just with a side of caffeine and peanut M&Ms.  She had no complaints about the protein pancakes we had for breakfast (more on that below).
As for me, I’m committed to sticking to it.  I am feeling pretty good.  My energy is coming back, I lost a couple of pounds of fat, and my “digestion” is like a well-oiled machine… if you know what I mean. 😉
This WIAW I’m still having fun with creative, vegan meals in the kitchen.  It’s been like an episode of Chopped up in here.  Vegas is so tolerant…
Read on for my eats, and then check out Jenn’s blog for everyone else’s delicious creations!
Breakfast:
I had the usual morning cocktail and morning sludge.
Vegas woke up craving pancakes.  She’s been such a champ that I thought it would be ok to test out the About Time protein pancakes mix. One of the things I love about these is that the ingredient list is totally recognizable, and it packs 21g of protein and 6g of fiber.
All you have to do is add water… I couldn’t help myself though.  I added some mashed strawberries too – about 4 big ones per serving.  It worked really well with the Cinnamon Spice flavor!
Just a warning about the sodium content… it’s really high.  If you’re a sweaty summer exerciser that might be a plus.  If you’re a body builder that is used to cutting salt, you’ll probably taste it.
Speaking of summer heat… did you check out the Prohydrate Tropical Protein Slushie I made?
Lunch:
Lunch was not really what I set out to make, but it worked really well! Â We’ve had it for the past 2 days, actually.
As soon as I can get it together and write it out I’ll post the recipe. Â It was basically rice pasta, parsley, tomato, cucumber, zucchini noodles, and a herby creamy dressing.
Post-Workout Snack:
Smoothie bowl – this one was Growing Naturals Chocolate Rice Protein Power, banana, spinach, hemp milk, and ice.  Topped with cacao nibs and ground flax.
There’s not much that I love more than a chocolate and banana combo. Â Maybe chocolate and peanut butter… or sea salt… and caramel… mmmm…
Dinner:
Veggie plate: leftover braised cabbage, asparagus, red bell pepper, and half an avocado.  Drizzled with a tahini-miso sauce.  Cayenne on the avocado.  I can’t get enough of these California avocados!
Dessert:
This was my dessert scene:
Chocolate-Sweet Potato Chia Pudding with pepitas, cacao nibs, and a cherry on top while icing my ankle and watching Chopped. Â I’m thinking I strained my Achilles. Â Not pleasant. Â What was pleasant was the chia pudding.
Chocolate-Sweet Potato Chia Pudding
- 1 T chia seeds
- 1 scoop Growing Naturals Chocolate Rice Protein Power
- 1/3 C mashed sweet potato
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- Water, to thin
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What’s your favorite thing to combine with chocolate?
Do you like protein pancakes? Â What’s your go-to?
I swear I SOOO NEEEED to move in with you two when I figure out what I bring to the table.
It is SURELY NOT my current sad sad protein pancake concoction.
Oh, tha About Time Protein Pancake Mix. Hehe.
Ok, so I absolutely LOVE the idea of your Chia Pudding! Gotta copy that one.
Oh no! Hope it’s NOT your Achilles…such a pain to heal. Rest up and continue to snack on wonderful delicious looking food!
I look like that most nights when I’m training for something! Of course I have a chia bar or something else I didn’t make but, whatever 🙂 YES to those pancakes and a one-step making process…
How good for you to feel better and seeing some results from the detox. The bad losing Vegas in the process is it’s still pretty great from her to be on board in the beginning. High five and happy grins for tolerant spouses. I’ve one of this at home too.
Fingers crossed it’s not the Achilles – nasty! Hope the icing helps – if not there’s always the option of sugar coating 😉 Oh sorry – worst pun ever!
Haha – tolerant is right. I don’t know how I got to lucky. 😉
And now I want icing. Thanks. 😛
I had an epic protein pancake fail the other night. It is best not to talk about it. Even though I brought it up. Favorite thing to combine with chocolate?? Um, anything?
Brilliant answer.
I’m sorry to hear about that ankle! Sounds like a weak spot for you. My foot is acting up again. Plantar fasciitis going crazy. I’m about to lose my head of the injury cycle doesn’t stop. About ready to give up on everything. Obviously I know how frustrating it can be. Chocolate and peanut butter always help!
Ugh. I know you get it. Hopefully we’ll both recover soon! Such a drag getting older.
Oh no! I hope its not anything serious and recover quickly! My life needs more smoothie bowls and chia pudding- haven’t had one in foreverrrr, thanks for the reminder!
I hadn’t had chia in forever either. Perfect time to bring it back in the summer when you need the hydration!
We have that pancake mix and everyone really likes it, I have to say I was surprised! Sorry about the ankle! After I was traumatized with post-tibial tendonitis I have major empathy for all ankle and foot injuries. Hopefully it’s nothing serious. Glad you’re feeling well on the reset, have I mentioned I also have an appreciation for good digestive function? lol 😉
You did a vegan post for me! I had no idea the About Time pancake mix was vegan! I’ll have to check into it.
I hope your Achilles is okay. They can take a long time to heal. Take good care of it!
Ohhhh… the pancake mix isn’t vegan. I just had to try it out. LOL! I do like their vegan protein powder though!
hmm, I’m not even sure how I got that impression. Maybe because every time your write “Vegas” I see “vegan” 🙂
I never would have thought to pair sweet potatoes and chocolate…I always go for the straight sweet potato-cinnamon combo, or use them in a savory bowl. Such a great idea!
Thanks! Let me know if you try it. It’s one of my favorite combos!
Love your dessert! And your smoothie bowl. And your lunch.
John is usually pretty tolerant of my “creations” too- oh the joys of being married to a food blogger 😉
I’m with Vegas on this one-I need my carbs 🙂
Ha! She nearly killed me,
I’d spark outrage and concern if I documented my Wednesday eats. Heck, Tuesday and Thursday would be absurd, too. This carboholic loves chocolate with anything salty, except anchovies. I’ve never had a protein pancake, to my knowledge, but the sight of yours has me contemplating when is too early for an early lunch.
I’m right with you on the chocolate. I think I could eat it every meal And speaking of salty… have you ever had chocolate dipped bacon? So friggin’ good.
I’ve dreamed of it – does that count?
Ya gotta try it!
LOVE About Time! The pancake mix is so awesome to have on hand for quick meals. Plus it’s protein packed!
Protein pancakes are one of my favorite breakfasts! I always make sure that I’m stocked up on Kodiak Power Cakes mix! Topped with almond butter and banana slices, and they are absolutely delicious!
I still need to try the Kodiak ones! I heard they’re really good. And you can never go wrong with nut butter and bananas!
Hi Laura! I’ve actually never used a pancake mix and would love to try About Time. As far as your eats, as usual, looking good. Nice work on mostly staying the course with your detox, and it’s good of you to cut Vegas some slack. 🙂 heheh!
Love me some protein pancakes! And well done Vegas – one week is good! I suck at sticking to “cleanses” or “clean ups…” But I love how you both are doing your own thing and that’s okay and not an issue! Also, YES to protein pancakes…although I always make mine up and they turn out pretty randomly… I need to get some tried and true recipes under my belt.
Well… I haven’t been the best, but I’m not going to beat myself up over it. Vegas is a bad influence. LOL!
Must try that chia pudding looks so good with the sweet potato. Love me some sweet potatoes lol!! Love protein pancakes but haven’t tried that brand yet. And what a good sport Vegas is lol!! Yikes on ur Achilles hope it’s ok girl!
Thanks! It’s slowwwwwwwly feeling better. *sigh*
Everything looks delicious! I hope your ankle is feeling better!
Thanks Joann!
I don’t know which recipe i want to try more the Strawberry Pancakes or the Chia Pudding!???
the 21 day reset sounds great! i should look into something like that…. don’t know if i would be able to stick it out like you though. Nice work!
Thanks! I haven’t been perfect, but it’s just a great way to get *mostly* back on track. 🙂
I’m with Vegas – I doubt I could last longer than a week without ice cream!
vegas is a champ and I love how go with the flow she is with food. No wonder you married her. she sounds like my husband, haha. Loves anything we feed them and is good at experimenting. Can i get some of these pancakes in july?
I can’t wait til we all get together. Of course you can have pancakes. I’ll trade you for some balls. LOL!
The pancakes look awesome! I’ll have to try out that mix!
TMI ALERT! (but you should just assume this when I comment.)
I have never been so “clean internally” since becoming a vegan 2 mo ago.
I’m fucking light as air.
Now that chia pudding, actually sounds appealing!
Thanks! I love chia pudding if I can add in some protein to help the texture.
You go girl, keep it going with your clean eating challenge! And props to Vegas for hanging in there for a whole week! 🙂
Oh no, I hope that your foot/ankle feels better soon! I’ve been dealing with aches too – think I pinched a nerve in my neck last week and I literally couldn’t turn my head for a bunch of days. It sucked, but luckily I’m feeling better now!
ooh, the ankle . . . it’s not better yet! And ….. ooooooh, love those strawberries on the About Time Protein Pancakes!
I would love to find a pancake mix that’s a healthy mix that only requires water.
I hope your ankle feels better soon. Have a good time resting and enjoying some down time! 🙂
I had to read the instructions a couple of times because I couldn’t believe all it needed was water!
OMG I love About Time’s Protein Pancakes. I just finished by container of the chocolate chip ones a few days ago. You’ve convinced me to immediately order more.
Is it weird that I find your braised cabbage to look really appetizing right now? lol
You know what is annoying? The fact that OUR RELATIONSHIP is now just a tease – LOL! We live in the same state but just not close enough, LOL!!!! I wanna hit the gym with you so you can TOUGHEN MY ASS UP cause dude, I am a freaking weak duckling, it’s pathetic, LOL! Oh and then, we can eat ALL THE FOOD!
Well… if you would quit jetting off to all these cool places maybe WE COULD HANG OUT!!! Dork. I wanna go to Disneyland!!! Mwah!
Those ‘cakes look awesome. I do like protein pancakes and have my own throw together recipe (basically my oatmeal ground up lol, I just don’t feel as satisfied with them as I do with my massive zoats bowls. They also don’t hold through my workouts as long as oats either which I don’t understand as they are the exact same thing just in a different form ha.
Although I’m no chocolate fan (was allergic as a child so I never got the chocolate itch I suppose), you will only see me eat it if it has pb in it ;-), the idea of pb and caramel just made me drool and think of the convo I just had with my dad about what you would put in your dream ice cream concoction….peanut butter ice cream + peanut butter cookie dough+ peanut butter and caramel swirls. Sorry, I’m probably not helping your re-set
I hope your ankle heals soon!!
Thanks! I have been known to do the same with protein pancakes. I’ll totally still make my own too, but these are great in a pinch. And fool proof (I’m a champ at ruining pancakes – oops).
Hope your foot.ankle is okay.
Maybe you can add some Peanut M&ms to Vegas’ protein pancakes;)
I had about time pancakes for breakfast this morning! Yum! Extra cinnamon on top.
I’m digging your vegan meals, although you know I’d sneak in a little bit of cheese and maybe one of Vegas’ M&M’s.
Love the new profile picture.
You heathen. And thank you – you’re the only one who noticed. *sniffle*