It isn’t that difficult to go without meat, at least a day or two a week. I’ve gone from being vegetarian to eating meat/fish/chicken only 2 or 3 times a week. When I do eat meat, I try to eat grass fed, cageless, no antibiotics, no steroids, sustainable. We cannot always be perfect, but we can try!
There are plenty of places online to get vegetarian recipes, but I do want to share with you a few ways to painlessly not eat meat!
One of my favorite meals is spaghetti with meat sauce. I make it with a meat substitute, and my favorite is Beyond Meat. This brand is somewhat new to me, but what I have tried, I have loved! Meat from plants is a great way to get your protein, and I agree with their Mission Statement: “We believe there is a better way to feed the planet. Our mission is to create mass-market solutions that perfectly replace animal protein with plant protein. We are dedicated to improving human health, positively impacting climate change, conserving natural resources and respecting animal welfare. At Beyond Meat, we want to make the world a better place and we’re starting one delicious meal at a time.” Find a store that stocks it near you!
I also am a fan of Morningstar Farms. They make all kind of meat substitutes, and the Good Guide, which rates products 1-10 on Health, Environment and Society (how the company treats employees), gives MorningStar a good score. They have all kinds of substitutes, including burgers. You can buy MorningStar in almost any grocery store.
Have you made the pledge to go vegetarian one day a week? How are you doing it? What are your favorite meat substitutes?
By going meatless one day a week you are contributing so much to the planet! Encourage everyone to go meatless one day a week! MAKE THE PLEDGE.
I love taking a break from meat at least once a week. One of my all time favorite things is Soyrizo from Trader Joes, the spice is so good and when added to eggs, makes a great Sunday brunch!
I hadn’t heard of Beyond Meat, thanks for the tip. ????
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You are welcome! Encourage everyone you know to go meatless once a week, the impact on the environment is monumental!
I will usually go meatless for breakfast and lunch but have some type of protein in the evening. It’s not always easy when you live with a meathead.
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Yes, I live with a meat lover too, but he cannot tell the difference in my spaghetti sauce!
Well, as I was reading your post, I was eating a leftover piece of steak! I don’t mind meatless meals – as long as the flavor is good. I have not tried these meat substitutes though. Will have to take a look at them.
If everyone would not eat meat just one day a week, what a difference we could make!!!
I often go meatless several times a week. I’ve never tried the meat substitutes before, but they do look rather appetizing. I can think of a different recipes that would be perfect for the “Beyond Beef” in the beginning. I’ll be on the lookout.
It can be good enough…especially for those who like meat and have a hard time not eating it.
I am not a vegetarian but I do not eat meat very often. I make vegetarian meals several times a week.
Awesome!
It’s funny – I don’t eat meat, and because of that, meat substitutes don’t appeal to me since they try to take on the taste of meat…know what I mean?
I absolutely understand! For those of us who like meat but don’t like factory farming and the way they treat animals it is a substitute.
My daughter is a devoted vegetarian and has been for years now. She brings lots of goodies at home for us to try. I like Morning Star and we eat that brand a lot. We hardly eat meat these days…well..maybe once or twice a week mainly chicken. Thanks for sharing this. I’ll have to check out Beyond Beef too.
Awesome!
More and more I have been making meatless meals. I am interested in tasting your meatless suggestions. Thanks for the information.
You bet! Of course, don’t eat a steak one day and a meatless burger the next, it won’t taste as good. Don’t eat red meat for a few days then try it!
I’m vegan so meatless meals are my norm. My daughter is vegetarian. Not eating meat is good for us and the environment. thanks for sharing this info!
Wonderful!