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This weekend has gone by so fast—mostly because I was a busy little booger for the past two days. On Friday, I kicked off the weekend with Harvest Moon, my sorority’s annual Western-themed event. The hayride was mighty chilly, so I stuck close to the bonfire for much of the evening.
The rest of the weekend was occupied by far less exciting activities related to my ever-increasing academic workload. However, I did manage to squeeze in a trip to Trader Joe’s and to write up a product review today:) How did you spend your weekend?
Here’s how I fueled my study-fest:
Friday
Despite arriving home at approximately 2AM, I still really wanted my nightly smoothie. It’s true—I’m a smoothie addict.
Saturday
After sleeping in and going on a refreshing late morning run, my stomach was getting quite cranky, so I made a quick Banana Energy Sundae. Pumpkin + yogurt is delicious—I can only imagine how fantastic Stonyfield’s version must be!
With some major homework under my belt, I broke for a trip to Trader Joe’s, where I got some fun grub (be on the lookout for pumpkin spice granola and spicy black bean dip!). I returned home to make a majorly stuffed quesadilla. There was major guac-a-licious overflow.
For dinner, I just made a pasta salad out of leftover veggies and beans that were lurking in the fridge.
I also picked up a bag of frozen blueberries for quite a steal ($1.69!) at Trader Joe’s. I rejoiced not only for the low price but also for being able to make a blueberry Spirutein shake. Delish.
Sunday
I used a frozen banana in this morning’s pumpkin oat bran—perhaps that is why this bowl was such a deliciously thick texture? I added a hint of nutmeg to the mix for a little flavor twist.
I am mildly obsessed with the hummus-guac combination these days—it was the star of my lunch today, along with a certain beloved veggie.
Before running out the door to chapter this evening, I prepared a batch of tortilla soup with soy sausage, inspired by Clean Eating. This batch was just as delicious as the last one I made a few months ago.
There is no way that I am doing any more work today; I think I’ll pick out a few recipes for the week instead:) Good night, all!
Filed under: Meals
Caroline Yoder, dietitian-to-be and all-around foodie.
hummus + guac is sooooo dayum good. it is worth complete obsession. yay for a fun weekend of events – and i am not a huge marshmallow gal either. once in awhile, i like a good smore, but on the whole, no thanks!
i am done doing work too, haha
What a cute party idea! I love that hat. I also love the way that bonfires make your clothes smell amazing for weeks!
I should be working too, but…
Love TJs black bean dip! So good. And I’ve been eyeing that granola. Can’t wait to see how you like it.
the cliff smores bar I am dyeing to try!!
Sounds like a fun party
I’m the same way with my nightly smoothies…but you already knew that. And now thanks to you, they aren’t complete without a little granola on top!
Cute photo of you and Ms. Roomie! I think I’m gonna go to TJ’s tomorrow–finally! It’s been over a week haha. I got that pumpkin spice granola last week but it’s not for me
YOu are getting way creative with your eats and I am NOT!
Your eats look so delicious, as always! mmm…
xxx Julia (Taste of Living)
HA! Love the get-up
Fun times!
I can never get enough of your meals
Everything looks great! I actually bought the Stonyfield pumpkin yogurt this weekend – I’ll let you know how it tastes!
I love that you had a shake at 2am – and a delicious one at that. Your version of a s’more is awesome, too.
Have a great week!
Delicious looking eats, esp. that roasted red pepper wrap!! YUM.
Picking out recipes is much more fun that working.. enjoy!!
Oh man that sundae looks good! You take such pretty pictures!
Sounds like you had a great weekend. I need to make some hummus soon to try the hummus/guac combo.
I have to agree that spooky s’mores beets the real smores that get all burnt in the fire; they’re just that good
So good to see you again! Well, see your blog…you know what I mean. Man, going out of town makes you feel so out of the loop! I LOVE the blog’s new look – awesome.
I am totally besotted with guac/hummus – who in their right mind would not be?!
Yum! I really have to try your guac-hummus combo! Maybe in a wrap
The Harvest Moon festival sounds like fun! I was a busy bee myself and got to spend a lot of time with people!
Seriously TJs has some of the best prices around. When people say they can shop cheap and healthy I refer them to the big man himself. Glad you got your blueberry goin on this weekend! Along with some spookyness!
hummus+guac is delicious! I love how your apple slices are perfectly aligned haha!
Nice blog. I the food pics look great. And any blogs that post about my love of peanut butter make it on my top list!
Danng I went straight to the clean eating website so I could find that recipe. hahaha
Caroline!!! you always make the best sounding and looking smoothies! It would be such a shame if you didn’t open up your own version of Jamba someday. I’d be first in line!
That Black Bean dip is quite possibly my favorite staple in the fridge. It’s just so darn versatile! Your use for it looks fabulous and I am glad that you had such a busy/fun weekend with your harvest fest.