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    Hummusapien Β» Wellness Β» Lovely Meals Lately Β» Lovely Meals Lately + 10 Things About Me

    Lovely Meals Lately + 10 Things About Me

    Published May 6, 2020 Β· Modified Mar 5, 2022 Β· by Alexis Joseph Β· 18 Comments

    What's good, my friends! I hope your week is full of more sunshine than we have here in Columbus, OH. Cheers to nicer weather (and more normalcy) ahead!

    Onto the lovely meals, snack, and treats lately.

    Bean balls with Trader Joe's brown rice penne pasta and marinara. A favorite of ours!

    A super loaded smoothie with frozen mango, banana, pineapple, tart cherries, peanut butter, flax, spinach, matcha collagen, Silk soy yogurt, almond milk, and ice. Topped with Lil Bucks matcha buckwheat crispies for the best crunch!

    Salmon burgers with Bubbie's pickles, roasted potatoes, asparagus, and salad with white cheddar, carrots, and cucumber.

    Fluffy Orange Muffins on repeat! Have you tried them yet?

    Cranberry walnut bread. Friends, I'm loving making bread. I used this recipe but did 3 cups whole wheat flour plus 1 cup white spelt flour and added ΒΎ cup chopped walnuts and Β½ cup dried cherries to the mix. So divine toasted with peanut butter!

    Eggs and cranberry walnut toast with avocado plus strawbs on the side.

    An epic meal from the Market IV Box! The Market is a sister restaurant to Alchemy and this is their latest endeavor. Mostly everything comes prepared, so all you have to do is some minimal cooking things and assembly.

    The food is absolutely incredible. I'd expect nothing less from Chef Tyler! This week's vegetarian dinner box featured an amazing parmesan white bean brodo (broth), crispy polenta cakes with carrot butter and spring vegetables, and not pictured pickled deviled eggs. Jeff had the omnivore box which involved steak and carrot risotto. It was crazy good and such a nice change.

    Order by 4pm on Wednesdays for Friday afternoon pickup or delivery. New menus are released every Saturday.

    I'm still not over these chewy chocolate chip cookies. I freeze the dough balls and pop them right in the oven when I want a sweet treat.

    Frozen strawberry margaritas! I added more simple syrup but weΒ lovedΒ these. Chips and guac on the side.

    Savory oatmeal on repeat. I use my overnight oatmeal recipe and then add a fried egg, avocado, sriracha, salt, pepper, olive oil, and micro greens in the morning. Sooo good.

    10 Random Things About Me

    1. I sleep with earplugs and a mouth guard every single night. Too sexy for my own good! I learned last year from my dentist that I grind my teeth at night my mouth guard looks like a dog gnawed on it.

    2. I've always loved to write. My late grandpa authored books and taught hundreds of corporations, including the CIA, how to write. I used to sit in his basement while he edited my 70 page fairytales. My parents are also both amazing writers. Thanks for sending me typos in these posts every morning, Mom.

    3. The only food I hate is blue cheese.

    4. I'm veryΒ impulsive. If I want something, I want it right then and there.

    5. I can't touch my toes. Or do a cartwheel.

    6. I started Hummusapien in 2011 when I was a sophomore in college because I loved to write and I loved to eat. I had zero expectation that anyone would read it beyond my little circle of family and friends. It became a full time job in 2016! Check out one of my earlier blog posts for a good laugh.

    7. I'm very strong willed. I'm not afraid to speak out for what I believe is right for myself and for others.

    8. I've never been on a sports team nor broken a bone.

    9. I dreaded going to the grocery store with my mom when I was little. I would say "I'm not coming in!" and "don't take a cart!"

    10. I don't like social media. Shocker! I was the last one in my group of friends to get Facebook in High School. I think I would barely go on it if it existed solely for me personally versus it being my job.

    Five things I’m loving RIGHT NOW!

    1. Favorite product: CBDpm! I talk all about my why I love CBD in this post, but its 25% off throughout tonight (May 6th) with code CINCO25.

    2. Favorite quote: β€œNormality is a paved road. It's comfortable to walk but no flowers grow."

    3. On my wish list: These wireless headphones. I love my air-buds but they don't stay in my ears when I work out. I need something for running! A random note, this Utter Nonsense game sounds hilarious. I just got it for my friend for her birthday!

    4. Favorite book: The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. I started it on my Kindle and I can't put it down. Next up is Circe. I just got The Book of Longings on Audible, too! Thanks for the rec, Dylan πŸ™‚

    5. Favorite article of clothing: This cheetah pullover sweater. It's lightweight and looks super cute with black joggers or jeans!

    What yummy meals and snacks are you loving lately? I need ideas!

    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Katie Kelly says

      May 20, 2020 at 2:38 am

      I loved Circe and Songs of Achilles by the same author!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 20, 2020 at 12:27 pm

        Ohhhh so good to know!!

        Reply
    2. Nicole @ Laughing My Abs Off says

      May 07, 2020 at 10:04 pm

      Shared a TON of the recipes I've been loving lately in these two posts. Including some of yours, if you need a memory jog πŸ˜‰

      https://www.laughingmyabsoff.com/favorite-recipes-week-plant-based/
      https://www.laughingmyabsoff.com/5-things-im-currently-loving-recipes-coffee-podcasts/

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 10, 2020 at 1:58 pm

        I loved seeing what you made!! I need to make a batch of those avocado bean burgers soon πŸ™‚ Thanks so much for sharing, Nicole!

        Reply
    3. Carrie says

      May 06, 2020 at 3:41 pm

      I bought Lil Bucks as a result of your last Lovely Meals Lately. I'm loving them, especially stirred into a smoothie!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 06, 2020 at 5:13 pm

        I'm sooo glad to hear that! Aren't they delish?

        Reply
    4. Martha says

      May 06, 2020 at 2:44 pm

      I LOVE your posts and recipes and appreciate your wholesome, healthy attitudes. You are an inspiration!
      Do you have a recipe for bran muffins? Preferably without bananas. I love bran muffins but the commercial ones in my area are so unhealthy. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 06, 2020 at 3:18 pm

        Thank you SO much, Martha! That seriously means a ton to me. OH man, I used to loooove Trader Joe's oat bran. I don't have a recipe with bran though, sorry! These look tasty, though.

        Reply
    5. Donna says

      May 06, 2020 at 2:30 pm

      I love your blog! So many inspiring ideas and recipes. And... my favorite snack lately is organic celery (especially with the leafy tops) and dipping into Sambra Pine Nut Hummus. Fresh ...and then some savoriness. Next favorite is NF plain Greek yogurt, fresh blueberries, chopped walnuts and maple syrup. Toss in a few sprinkles of cinnamon!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 06, 2020 at 3:27 pm

        Awww thanks you SOOO much, Donna. I'm smiling big time over here! Pine nut hummus YUMMM!!!! And heck yes to walnuts in yogurt. Can't get enough of that crunch.

        Reply
    6. Kori says

      May 06, 2020 at 1:26 pm

      That smoothie looks so thick and luscious!! I need to make a green fruity smoothie soon. All of your food is full of variety and looks so so good. I love the 10 things about you! You are a gifted writer, and it shows in your work. I have to sleep with a particular pillow and a specific pillow I bought for between my legs to prevent cricks and aches, respectively. HOTT. Ha! Have the best day!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 06, 2020 at 1:48 pm

        It was sooo much fruit, LOL! It made like 45oz, it was amazing. And that pillow sounds like something I totally need in my life. You too, Kori!

        Reply
    7. Michelle says

      May 06, 2020 at 12:26 pm

      I think you are one of my most favorite people on the planet!!
      I've been reading your posts for about six months now, and I love your positive attitude and how you share your life, the craziness we are all dealing with lately and your love of healthy foods.

      Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 06, 2020 at 1:47 pm

        OMG Michelle, you really made my day! That is so sweet of you to say and I can't tell you how much that means to me. Thank you tons for reading and for helping keep my morale up with your heart warming comments!!

        Reply
    8. Dylan says

      May 06, 2020 at 11:05 am

      Love these posts! I made the orange muffins and added frozen cranberries and walnuts!

      Also, so cool about your Grandfather being a writer πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 06, 2020 at 1:47 pm

        Isn's that so neat?!

        Reply
    9. Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run says

      May 06, 2020 at 5:20 am

      My mom also sends me a text/email when I have typos in my blog posts lol!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 06, 2020 at 3:27 pm

        Hahaha what would we do without them!

        Reply

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