Downshiftology Healthy Meal Prep: 100+ Make-Ahead Recipes and Quick-Assembly Meals: A Gluten-Free Cookbook

By Lisa Bryan

Book Overview

IACP AWARD FINALIST - Discover an easier, more balanced way to meal prep as you whip up 100 fresh and healthy dishes that happen to be gluten-free, from the creator of the popular blog and YouTube channel Downshiftology.

"Lisa has revolutionized meal prep to be approachable, fresh, and easy, and her cookbook has everything you need to make healthy eating a breeze."--Emily Mariko, TikTok creator

Before Lisa Bryan began meal prepping several years ago as a way to save time and money, she quickly became tired of eating boring leftovers and wasting food. At the same time, she also wanted to "downshift" the too-fast pace of her life. So she flipped the script on meal prep by focusing on individual ingredients.

By prepping a handful of healthy ingredients at the start of the week, she learned that she could enjoy a variety of meals and snacks without getting bored. And she found she could control what she ate with more clarity: It became easy to eat more vegetables and simple proteins, eliminate processed foods and gluten (to manage her celiac disease), and reduce refined sugar. Her debut cookbook is packed with 100+ simple and ingenious big-batch recipes that can either be frozen or repurposed into totally different, delicious meals.

A dinner of Coconut Chickpea Curry with rice can be enjoyed the next day as a tostada at lunch, and a side of peas and crispy prosciutto becomes breakfast when you add a jammy egg on top. The recipes are all free of refined sugar, many are naturally anti-inflammatory, and dairy is minimal and optional. Lisa's approachable method for eating well and preparing meals with ease will inspire home cooks to downshift their lives, too, by making healthy meals without a fuss.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0593235576
• ISBN13: 9780593235577
• Release Date: December 2022
• Publisher: Clarkson Potter Publishers
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 2.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.1" x 10.1"

Customer Reviews

Amazing Cook and World Culinary Traveler!

I can't quite put into words what makes this book stand out from the rest, but after discovering Lisa Bryan's cookbook and following her on social media, I was absolutely hooked! Her recipes are not only incredible but also healthy and gluten-free—a major bonus for those who need it (even though I don't!). The Downshiftology Cookbook by Lisa Bryan is a game-changer for anyone looking to simplify meal prep while maintaining a healthy, gluten-free lifestyle. With over 100 make-ahead recipes, this cookbook offers a fresh approach to meal planning by focusing on versatile, big-batch ingredients that can be repurposed into a variety of meals. What sets this cookbook apart is its emphasis on balance and ease. The recipes are not only delicious but also free of refined sugar, with minimal dairy and anti-inflammatory options. Whether you're whipping up Coconut Chickpea Curry or creating a breakfast masterpiece with peas, crispy prosciutto, and a jammy egg, the possibilities feel endless. Lisa Bryan's approachable tone and practical tips make this cookbook accessible to both seasoned cooks and kitchen novices. The inclusion of mix-and-match meal prep ideas and a chapter on creating a "buffet bar" in your fridge are standout features that inspire creativity and reduce food waste. Overall, The Downshiftology Cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes—it's a lifestyle guide that encourages mindful eating and a slower, more intentional pace of life. Highly recommended for anyone looking to elevate their meal prep game!