Another good one! I have yet to despise packing my lunches again. When I used to work full time it was the bane of my existence. Now I actually look forward to packing my lunch because I somehow have so many more fun options: sandwiches, salads, leftovers. Having a well-stocked fridge helps a TON!
The Lunchbox
A goat cheese + Crofter’s sandwich on Whole Grain Goodness mini slices with arugula for some pretty greenery
Fresh VEG. Simple and easy. [Veg said like Jamie Oliver!]
And an Oikos with some Nature’s Path granola to crunch in. And my new favorite spoon!!
Should be nice and filling
Have a great afternoon folks!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
i say “veg” like the brits do too. and “protein” like the chefs. 😉
Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says
I LOVE packing my lunches!! Then I know I can get exactly what I want, and it’ll be healthy too – no random E numbers in sight 😀
Hehe, I love Jamie Oliver – I’m proud he’s British!! You guys get peanut butter – we get him 😛
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says
Yummm lunch! I had a spinach, raspberry jam, white cheddar sammie yesterday – inspired by YOU! I’m liking the looks of this combo. …and Oikos, enough said. I just wrote an entire post about it – give me Greek ; )
Sara says
Hmm would have never thought of mixing crofters with arugula- interesting.
And I love packing lunches too, I especially love those bento box lunchboxes!
Jessica @ How Sweet says
That sandwich looks awesome!
Heather @ Side of Sneakers says
Having great things to choose from makes a HUGE difference in packing lunches!!! My packed lunches usually end up better than my at-home lunches because I’m forced to actually think about shopping for them!! 🙂
Emily says
ooh yummy! Do you know about the codes on the foil lids and Stoneyfield’s rewards? I just cashed in enough to get Gary Hirshberg’s book (which was fantastic, too!).
Jenny says
I love me some Jamie Oliver!
Lisa says
What an interesting sandwich combination! I never would have thought to combine those things.
Sarah @ THE FOODIE DIARIES says
i can’t NOT say veg like jamie oliver now haha
Ann @ Appalachian Appetites says
Looks yummy! Have a great afternoon at “work!”
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
Your lunch sounds SO GOOD!!!! Basic but delicious 🙂
Midgetkeeper says
Nothing beats a good sandwich for lunch.
Lizz (Leading the Good Life) says
I love bringing my own lunch (and breakfast and snacks) to work….but I still don’t like to pack them. 🙁 It just seems to take forever!! One week I did a lot of prep work on Sunday, and that seemed to help. Maybe I should try that again!
Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) says
It’s definitely easier and more fun to pack a lunch when your pantry is well-stocked. Now I don’t mind it but as a student I always complained and ended up in the food court. Bad choices.
Shawna @ Balancing Me says
Yum, yum, yum!!! You have me craving my nemesis – Goat Cheese!!! It’s really not that big of a nemesis because a little goes a long way, but I’m dying for it now. I love it so much and haven’t had it in ages. That combo looks great!
I’m wondering if you’re every concerned about your carb/protein/fat ratios? And I’m also wondering what your view is on the best ratio to have daily? Your foods are all great choices, but lots of your meals seem high on the carb percentage. It’s not necessarily a bad thing; I’m just curious 🙂
Kath says
I doubt my foods are high carb – I bet I’m right around 50-60% carbs. They are just not super high in protein -rich foods like chicken, turkey, and meats like the typical american diet. And I do eat a good amount of healthy fats. But I really don’t care what my percentages are so long as I’m eating real food and from a variety of food groups.
Shawna @ Balancing Me says
Thanks for your response, Kath.
I think the typical American diet is actually very high in carbs vs. being high in protein. I don’t think you eat the typical American diet at all, and that’s why I was wondering what your take on the ratios were, especially since you’re almost officially and RD.
I was also interested to learn if they were pushing the typical American guidelines (although poor, IMO) for you to use with your patients.
Kath says
I’d agree that it’s high in refined carbs vs. carbs from fruits, veggies and grains for sure. But there’s a huge difference between those in nutrient density (as I’m sure you know 🙂 )
I don’t think ratios matter at all. If you look at native populations across the globe, they all have varying macronutrient ratios and low levels of chronic diseases. Most are at healthy weights. Most are based on a starch – corn, millet, rice, yams, etc. – with low levels of meat and moderate nuts, seeds, fats. But I don’t think the specific percentages matter much so long as they are balanced out so that one group isn’t drastically high or low.
Shawna @ Balancing Me says
Responses like this are why I keep coming back to your blog. 🙂 Your opinions are definitely thorough and insightful. Thanks!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
I don’t know why, but for some reason, your jam looks so luscious today!!! Mmmmm!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
I just realized that my coment sounds like a really bad pickup line. Sorry about that 🙂
Heather says
I have never been excited to pack my lunch – but you always have the greatest looking ones!
Enjoy the rest of your day!
Adrien says
Where is that spoon from? It’s so cute!
I love the look of that sandwhich- nothing beats goat cheese and jam- on anything!
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
I never enjoy packing my lunch, but there are ways to make it bearable! You definitely have that ability Kath! 🙂
mal says
The part about VEG (said like Jamie Oliver) made me smile!!
Happy almost Friday!
Mastering Public Health says
Very colorful! Your spoon matches the peppers. A cheerful lunch always makes a drab day better.
Diana says
I love your lunches, you’re always so creative!
Ashley says
Everything looks so fresh and delicious! I will have to try out your sandwich combo sometime soon… I’m craving it just from the pictures! 🙂
Cynthia (It All Changes) says
I remember when I first got healthy I suddenly loved packing my lunch because my fridge had so many fun options. I used to hate lunches and always packed a frozen meal.
Michelle says
Nice idea for the sandwich! I bought goat cheese for the first time last night and have been trying to think of applications for it other than pizza! I had some in my lunch salad. Maybe a sandwich will be in my near future!
Heather (www.runningwithsass.com) says
cute spoon! I love eating outside.
Lauren says
I seriously love those spoons and an so jealous that we don’t have a Crate and Barrel around here.
Runeatrepeat says
How do you get mini-slices from the loaf of bread?
Kath says
It’s from a mini loaf that Matt makes
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
mmmmm….i have some gouda, great bread, and fabulous preserves at home and am thinking i will make a cheese and jam sandwich in the future! i love packing lunches…if it’s done right you have something to look forward to!
Sarah R says
I totally said veg in my head like Jamie Oliver when I read it! Too funny! I finally picked up some Crofters this weekend–I got the North American, so I might have to try this sandwich combo out. Have you been watching Food Revolution? If so, what do you think of it so far?
Kath says
I have been watching – it’s fun to watch and I like him a lot.
Kaci & Kori says
This looks so yummy! We did a similar sandwich recently, & it’s definitely a keeper & will be eaten often. 🙂 Have a great afternoon!
Jil says
Ohh, the goat cheese and jam looks and sounds amazing!
Daniel says
The sandwich looks really tasty, I’ve been trying out different combinations of sweet and savory lately as well.
And using the term “veg” made me laugh pretty hard inside. I love Jamie’s accent 😛
kate says
I love how Jamie says VEG!
Erin (thehealthyapron.com) says
That bread looks dynamite!
Ellen says
I want that sandwich now!
Mandiee says
I say “veg” like Jamie, as well. Are you as excited as I am about tomorrow’s new episode? I’m completely stoked! Oh, and I love your little spoon. Where did you get it? I feel like eating with pretty silverware and dishes makes it all the more enjoyable. Not to mention your bread looks so hearty and good.
Have a lovely day!
xox
Sarah (OC2Seattle) says
So happy to see your enthusiasm is going strong after yesterday’s drama.
Annie@stronghealthyfit says
Love your lunch. and Jamie Oliver. I have become so diligent in packing my own food to bring with me to school and work, and it feels great to take control over what I’m eating 🙂
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
That sandwich looks deeeeeeeeeelish! Sweet and savory, YUM 😀
Jenn
Amy says
Jamie Oliver is drrrreammyyy 🙂
Lauren @ eater not a runner says
I always say “fruit and veg” and “brekkie”….leftover from living in london I guess!
Paige(Running Around Normal) says
Mmm that lunch looks tasty. How is the jam + goat cheese combo? Sounds intriguing.
Michelle @ Give Me the Almond Butter says
I love Jamie Oliver!!! I swear most guys are hotter when they have an English accent, especially when they are talking about eating healthy 😉
runnerforever says
Packing lunches is great, eat healthier and save money, sounds good to me!
Katie says
I’m a full-time mom and I STILL pack my lunch every day. I make everything up ahead of time and put it in my special corner of the fridge. It keeps me from snacking mindlessly, it’s ready if I need to eat in a hurry and it’s just plain fun to have a packed lunch. 🙂
Where in the world do you find all of these cute spoons?!?
Kath says
Spoon is Crate + Barrel
Susan says
You can buy them online!
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=752&f=36909&q=spoon&fromLocation=Search&DIMID=400001&SearchPage=1
Samantha says
My new favorite way to have crudetes is to puree cottage cheese in the food processor then add ranch powder (a natural variety..no msg) then I have a full 1/2 cup with my veggies and get 14g’s of protein.
Emma says
What kind of goat cheese do you buy? I always want to get some but I never know where or what brand is best. I love the spoon I’m definitely wanting some of those!
Kath says
I just got the normal log from Trader Joe’s.
Jessica, Haute Teapot says
wow, your sandwich looks sooo yummy!
Lisa @bakebikeblog says
Gosh that bread looks good!!!!
Tiffany says
That sandwich looks great! About how big are your mini slices of bread (in inches maybe?). It’s hard to tell from the photo. Just curious. I like eating sandwiches, but I have bread guilt.
Thanks for all the wonderful info. It helps me stay veggie focused! 🙂
Kath says
The size of my palm?
Rachel says
I hope you had a much better day today! Thanks for all the hard work you do on the blog – I enjoy it so much. That sandwich combo sounds delicious! I always pack my lunch and enjoy having my own foods to rely on, but I hate having to prepare it!
Stacey@http://stacey-healthylife.blogspot.com/ says
I look forward to my lunches. After packing them the night before and knowing what yummy goodness will be waiting makes it fun.
Katherine says
Whole food! packing is not my deal- I need some good Tupperware or transport modules!
Katherine
Shannon says
Do you watch Food Revolution? I love that show.
Hannah says
Don’t you say Veg in America? It’s often “fruit and veg” here in Australia, or “veggies”… but we Australians are known for shortening our words, I guess! 😛
Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says
Mmm…totally love your sandwich combo! Arugula is so delicious. 😀
Ara says
Packing lunch is much better than buying and eating in a fast food because you can never save money. It’s proven, plus, lunch pack is affordable, healthy and easy to make. But of course you should also consider what pack lunch container are you going to use? Not all containers are safe. If you want a stylish and has easy re-pack and stack, durable, also eco-friendly, then a pyramid party tiffin carrier or an insulated tiffin bag is suitable for you. You can enjoy your food and taste it at its best!