When I first told my husband I was going to be changing up our meals and how I cook so I can follow the 21 Day Fix Extreme plan, herolled his eyes and made a snarky remark about gettingto eat cardboard for dinner. Anyone else have a similar reaction? Well, honey, challenge accepted! He was pleasantly surprised that ‘eating healthy’ didn’t mean sacrificing flavor. I have to tell you, I was NERVOUS about doing this – changing our eating habits, reprogramming myself at the grocery store and in the kitchen. But I dove in and immersed myself in this program and got out of my comfort zone and started trying new things! You know what? We are eating a much more diverse menu now than we ever were before! My husband tells me, almost every day, how much he appreciates it that I love cooking for our family.
I have put together a list of 10 of my go-to dinner recipesI usewhen I am doing the 21 Day Fix Extreme (and also when I am not). These are all family-approved meals that I serve in my house regularly.
#1GROUND BEEF TACO SKILLET
This one is AWESOME and we usually will have this a couple times each week. Why? Because it is easy, quick and DELICIOUS. Serve it up over some brown rice, in a tortilla or (my favorite) in a lettuce wrap with a little Sriracha for an added kick!
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#2 CHEESE STEAK STUFFED PEPPERS
Hands down, my husband’s favorite 21 Day Fix meal. He LOVES his Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches and was skeptical about no bread – let me tell ya, one bite and he was hooked. He gets all excited when he hears ‘it’s cheese steak night!’. I will admit, I do too!
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#3SLOW COOKED PUMPKIN TURKEY CHILI
Who doesn’t love chili on a cold day? (or if you are like me, any day of the year!) Not only is this recipe simple – love my slow cooker – but it is hearty, robust and delicious! You can also make this one on the stove top – quick and simple!
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#4TURKEY SWEET POTATO SKILLET
Ok, this is the exception for my yellow container rule at dinner time. IF I have a yellow left, this is my favorite dinner! It is one recipe I have received a lot of positive feedback on from friends and challengers! It is definitely a favorite in our house!
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#5CHILI LIME PORK LOIN
Marinade some pork loin, loin chops or even chicken in this seasoning blend and then grill it up on a grill pan or on your outdoor grill for a delicious dinner with a little kick. Full of flavor – these are amazing. Period.
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#6LEMON DIJON PORK CHOPS
This may be my favorite marinade for pork chops (it would be good on chicken too!) Such a simple meal that is full of flavor. I let it marinade all day and then grill them up and serve with a side of roasted veggies. Get in my belly!
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#7CHICKEN SPINACH SAUTE
Simple is always best and it doesn’t get much easier than this. The flavor is amazing. Serve it up over some brown rice or spaghetti squash – this one is always a crowd pleaser!
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#8UNSTUFFED CABBAGE ROLLS
The first reaction I see when I talk about this recipe is a look of uncertainty – but I am here to tell you this is now a staple in our home! This meal is amazing AND the left overs are even more delicious the next day! Try it, you won’t be sorry!
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#9
Easy peasy soup that will leave your family wanting more! This is my husband’s ‘favorite soup of all time’ according to a message I just received from him as he ate his lunch today at work. I have to say, it was pretty much a walk in the park to make. Brown up your meat, chop some veggies, dump in the rest of the ingredients and simmer.
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#10TURKEY MEATBALLS
This is a standby favorite at our house – they are a little bit of work – forming the meatballs – but they are so full of flavor! These are out of the 21 Day Fix Extreme book and are a favorite. I serve them over spaghetti squash with some feta and some sauteed veggies.
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As you can see, we are not short on variety or FLAVOR here at our house! I have made this program into a healthy lifestyle for my family. I have made it work for us through these delicious recipes that I am excited to share with the world!
Let me know what your favorite is! I hope you and your family enjoy these delicious dinners!
FAQs
After you know the totals for each color, you can figure out the container counts by dividing the container totals by the number of servings in the recipe. That means, for this recipe, each 1 ¼ cup serving would be 1 green, 2/3 red, 1 yellow, and 1 blue! It's as simple as that!
Can you do a 21 day fix without Shakeology? ›
If you don't drink Shakeology there is an option for you to sub an alternative food. There is a Treat Swap in the meal plan. If you need some ideas for tasty FIX approved treats, I included a few links below!
Is 21 day fix good for weight loss? ›
The 21-Day Fix plan can assist some people in losing weight, but it cannot be used as a long-term plan for weight loss. Although the 21-Day Fix may help you lose weight, it is not advisable due to various reasons.
How much weight can you lose in 20 days without eating? ›
Fasting did seem to spur noticeable short-term weight loss, the researchers found. People who fasted for five days lost about 4% to 6% of their weight; those who fasted for seven to 10 days lost about 2% to 10%, and those who fasted for 15 to 20 days lost 7% to 10%.
What is the quickest way to lose weight? ›
Methods of weight loss that scientific research supports include the following:
- Trying intermittent fasting. ...
- Tracking your diet and exercise. ...
- Eating mindfully. ...
- Eating protein with meals. ...
- Cutting back on sugar and refined carbohydrates. ...
- Eating plenty of fiber. ...
- Balancing gut bacteria. ...
- Getting a good night's sleep.
Another reason I love to make this recipe is that I ALWAYS have the ingredients on hand. Of course, eggs are the primary ingredient. Two large eggs equal one serving of protein with the 21 Day Fix.
What is the ultimate portion fix? ›
Portion Fix is for those who are seeking to have control over food instead of food controlling them with a structured, well-balanced and perfectly portioned program without cutting out food groups or starvation, and without taking the fun out of eating.
Can you gain weight on 21 day fix? ›
The muscle becomes inflamed and slightly swollen due to fluid retention. This temporary retention of fluid can result in a 3- to 4-pound weight gain within a few weeks of a new program. Make sure you're drinking all of your water. Every function in your body, weight loss and muscle repair included, requires water.
Can I have coffee on 21 day fix? ›
Can I Drink Coffee or Tea on 21 Day Fix? Yes!
Is coffee creamer allowed on 21 day fix? ›
Up to 4 Tablespoons of milk/clean creamer is free. We can use our containers to use milk for the rest of the day. Most dairy creamers have heavy cream and too much sugar in them, but plant-based ones are usually much cleaner. And up to 4 teaspoons of sweetener is the max for a whole day.
Cons of the 21-Day Fix
This would not be enough calories for energy and health for many people, especially when you factor in the daily workouts. Expensive: The 21-Day Fix kit costs about $60, and it includes the portion control containers, workout videos, and eating plan, along with other resources and information.
Can you drink diet co*ke on 21 day fix? ›
What You Can't Eat on 21 Day Fix. Fried foods, ice cream, pastries, candy, butter, sour cream, mayonnaise, and soda are not included in 21 Day Fix. You may substitute one of your yellow containers for wine. You may drink coffee and tea but no processed creamer (my weakness!).
What is the difference between 21 day fix and 21 day fix extreme? ›
21 Day Fix Move Duration – 21 Day Fix moves are usually about a minute long with 15 second breaks. The 21 Day fix extreme moves are faster with shorter breaks. 21 Day Fix Weights – the 21 Day Fixuses some very light weights, whereas the 21 Day Fix Extreme uses weights nearly every day.
How do I calculate how many containers I need? ›
This is done by multiplying each item's width by length by height, then adding them all together. You can then compare that with the volume inside the container you need, which for an 8'x8'x16' unit would be 1024 cubic feet.
What size are the portion fix containers? ›
here are the 21 Day Fix container sizes. Don't have the containers yet? You can buy them here. Green Container = 1 cup Purple Container = 1 cup Red Container = 3/4 cup Yellow Container = 1/2 cup Blue…
How do you calculate how much a container holds? ›
Multiply the length, width, and height of your container, so you will know the volume available to load your items. From our dimensions above for a 20-foot container, you will get approximately 1,173 cubic feet.
What is the formula for calculating container load? ›
Here to calculate the loaded item's measurement in a cubic meter, multiply the length, width and height of the item and then multiply the total by 35.315. Or, if you want it in inches, multiply the length, width and height in inches and divide the total by 1728.
