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DIY Bistro Boxes

February 14, 2017 by Angela LeMoine 22 Comments

Life is busy but that doesn’t mean you can’t easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I’m sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track. 

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

If you’ve been following along here then you know the hubby and I have been cleaning up our eating since the new year and I am happy to report that we are still going strong. Heres the thing, I am a huge foodie so for me it really is about balance and accepting that I will not eat “perfect” all the time. What i’ve found over the years is that it is all about balance. If you are eating clean, healthier meals about 80% of the time then you are doing great! These DIY Bistro Boxes have been a HUGE help to keep us on track. 

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

I mentioned last month that my husband and I were starting a 24 Day Challenge… this is something I found 4 years ago and it helped jumpstart my weight loss. At that time I had dropped 30 lbs in 6 months and let me tell you it was the best decision I made for my health. I have since continued using the supplements and my husband joined me this time around.

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

The products are not some magic pill but the products WORK and I am proof of that! Heres the thing, I am NOT perfect and to be 100% honest, last year after our son ended up in the hospital for an incredibly scary 9 days, I went way off track with my eating and exercise habits. The great news.. its NEVER too late to start over!

TIP: PLAN!!! Take one day a week to sit down and plan out some lunch ideas that you can make ahead and then grab and go with them. Also plan out your dinners. When you get home from grocery shopping prep some of the meals and life will be way easier during the week. I’ve also found that meal planning reduces food waste big time = save money! 

Lets get to those DIY Bistro Boxes shall we? Sure you can run out to the store and buy a prepackaged Bistro Box but it really is so easy to make them yourself at home and for way cheaper too! I like to make sure that there is protein in the main part of the meal then add in fruit and veggies. Really the possibilities and combos are endless and easily adjustable to meet your needs and taste preferences.

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

 Lets start with this one. 12 grain bread to make a simple ham and cheese sandwich. Grapes and sliced cucumbers on the side. So bread… you want to stick with something that is multi grain because the less processed the bread is the more work {aka burn calories} your body has to do to break it down. Also, a multi grain bread will keep you fuller.

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

This one is packed with a sliced apple, all natural peanut butter, a couple slices of roasted turkey, a light string cheese and rainbow carrots. I know, you’re thinking all that for one meal? YUP! Heres what i’ve found… counting calories doesn’t work for me because not all calories are created equal. Now I am guesstimating here but you can eat all this and have it likely pretty darn close in calories to 1 small fast food burger.

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

This Bistro Box has homemade tuna salad {light on the mayo and water packed low sodium tuna with some chopped celery and black pepper}, a hard boiled egg, a multi grain english muffin and some rainbow carrots. Simple, filling and full of flavor!

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

This next one is a little “bigger” and definitely protein packed! Great for a workout day. A multi grain english muffin, sliced turkey, ham, hard boiled egg, a light string cheese and rainbow carrots. No afternoon cravings here! You will be feeling full for hours!

Life is busy but that doesn't mean you can't easily prepare a healthy meal to grab and go. Today I'm sharing with you some of our favorite DIY Bistro Boxes PLUS tips to stay on track.

This last one that i’m sharing with you is a half a PB & J on 12 grain bread, a light string cheese, carrots, celery, a palm full of almonds and a dry fig. See, nothing fancy but so so much better then running out and grabbing something that is packed with hidden fat, sugar and salt. Stay away from all the processed stuff and you’ll be feeling awesome!!

TIP: Other great ideas are salads topped with lean protein and lots of veggies. Stick to a light dressing… I love the newer Greek Yogurt based dressings. If you love grilled chicken salads then grill off enough for a few days at a time. There is NO reason to make yourself nuts and do things day by day. 

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  1. Michelle

    February 15, 2017 at 10:59 am

    Definitely good food choices here for eating healthier! I’m trying to be better too!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 18, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      Thank you. It’s an easy way to stay on track

      Reply
  2. debi

    February 16, 2017 at 11:08 am

    These lunches look great, and I love how you are doing so well in your fitness and health goals. Great work!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 18, 2017 at 8:59 pm

      Thank you so much!!! It’s an ongoing journey for sure

      Reply
  3. michaela403

    February 17, 2017 at 12:22 am

    Way to go!!! These are great lunch options, I can’t wait to give them a try!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 18, 2017 at 9:00 pm

      Thank you!!! I’ve had my ups and downs for sure but glad to be back to making smarter choices

      Reply
  4. lisasdinnertimedish

    February 17, 2017 at 10:27 am

    My husband and I are doing a 60 day challenge through our gym right now, so these are some great lunch ideas and tips for keeping on a healthier eating track!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 18, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      That’s awesome!!! Best of luck & I sure hope these help!

      Reply
  5. A Kitchen Hoor

    February 17, 2017 at 6:48 pm

    AMAZING results! All of these look delicious.

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 18, 2017 at 9:02 pm

      Thanks!!!!

      Reply
  6. The Foodie Affair

    February 18, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    What a transformation, Angela! Great food choices and prepping in advance is the key for me to keep on track. Definitely limits my eating out options, especially during the lunch hour!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 18, 2017 at 9:03 pm

      Thank you so much! It’s not always easy & ive had ups and downs but I’m getting there

      Reply
  7. Julie is Hostess At Heart

    February 18, 2017 at 3:24 pm

    This is awesome Angela! Meals like this would definitely fuel the body and keep the mind motivated!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 18, 2017 at 9:04 pm

      Thanks Julie!!!

      Reply
  8. Debra C.

    February 18, 2017 at 9:24 pm

    I totally agree, planning and thought are the key!! Love the bento boxes too, such an easy way to help keep on track. Your after picture looks like you were in a run? Running for me has been such a great way to focus.

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 21, 2017 at 11:35 am

      Thank you!!! Yes I started running about 2 years ago. That was my first half marathon & a huge accomplishment in my book. I’ve recently taken up yoga and loving that as well

      Reply
  9. auntbeesrecipes

    February 19, 2017 at 7:55 pm

    Omg Angela! I am so copying your bistro boxes for my lunches!!! SO many good ideas!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 21, 2017 at 11:34 am

      Enjoy!!! Hope they help you out in one way or another

      Reply
  10. Jenny | Honey and Birch

    February 19, 2017 at 8:27 pm

    This is such a fantastic idea!! I find myself eating too much of one food category or not enough of another. This would really help me eat “better”.

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 21, 2017 at 11:33 am

      Thank you! With a little planning it really isn’t it difficult. These really are helpful

      Reply
  11. Jennifer A Stewart

    February 20, 2017 at 9:19 am

    Congrats on continuing your health journey! I did the same with a paleo and a whole 30 and that really helped. Yes I do go off the track a bit but youre right in that you can always just start again tomorrow. I can’t wait to make some of these lunch box ideas and get my kids making them too! Keep up the good work!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      February 21, 2017 at 11:32 am

      I appreciate your kind words so much!! I think it’s great to be honest because there are so many people out there that only show the positive but we all have tough times. It’s a matter of getting up & trekking along!

      Reply

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