Shrimp Veggie Bowl

As the holiday's approach, so do the number of social obligations and days spent shopping for friends and family. Dinner is usually the last thing on my mind at the end of one of these long days. When I am unprepared and hungry, fast food becomes an easy option. I'm not here to preach about how horrible fast food is, because let's face it we all eat it at some point! Keeping veggies chopped and ingredients for go-to recipes available are two simple ways to keep yourself on track through the holidays. 

Last night I wasn't busy, but I was feeling lazy! I decided to make a shrimp & veggie bowl to increase my vegetable and fiber intake for the day. I added broccoli, onion, carrots, and mushrooms to mine but literally any assortment of veggies will work for these simple meals. Next time I am hoping to chop up some squash and potatoes for a more dense meal. 

Holding yourself accountable through November and December is so important. Whether you've started exercising again, eating healthier, or even maintaining a goal you set at the beginning of 2016- letting yourself slip during the holidays is easy. I think we should all get a jump on our 2017 new year's resolutions by starting (or maintaining) a few healthy habits through the next month and a half. 

My goals for the holiday season:

1. Eat at least 3 servings of vegetables a day

2. Continue BBG 3x per week

3. Eat 1 dessert per gathering (not a sampling of every single one!)

4. Walk or jog for 30 minutes 2x per week

These are four things I do every week with little to no effort, but with busier times approaching it will become easier for me to blow them off to spend time with family, bake, and shop. Those activities are important too, but waking up a little earlier every morning and making a few more healthy choices in the food court can make a huge difference! 

I put together this quick meal by roasting my veggies in olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper on 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Next, I added the shrimp tossed in the same spices and put it back in the oven for 6 minutes. Last, I added a little more salt and pepper and through it all in bowl. It really is that easy! Approximately 25 minutes from start to finish and a delicious, extra healthy, meal ready to go.