Weekly Meal Plan: Plant-Based Foods for Glowing Skin this Summer!

Glowing skin one of the ways we can tell if our body is getting enough nutrients. Our skin is the biggest organ of the body and keeping it healthy is important. Although face creams and hydrating lotions can help it stay healthy, what you eat also plays a role in how your skin looks. Skin glowing foods include tomatoes, bell peppers, avocados, pumpkin, and kale! These recipes are all fun to make and your skin will thank you for making them! Now remember, not everyone’s skin is the same. So, although these foods are great to help your skin with the nutrients they have, that may not work for your lifestyle. That’s okay! Find what works for you and make substitutions where you need.

We also highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App  — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest meatless, vegan, plant-based and allergy-friendly recipe resource to help you get healthy! And, don’t forget to check out our Weekly Meal Plan Archives!

Are you ready to have a week full of delicious vegan food that leaves you nourished and content? Let’s get started!

This week, we’re bringing you foods to promote glowing skin for your breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert  that are fully vegan and plant-based!

Breakfast

Source: Perfect Breakfast Bagels with Tomato and Basil

Wondering what to eat for breakfast for that healthy skin glow? These breakfasts are packed full of skin-glowing nutrients from food like kiwi, turmeric, and tomatoes! These are all fairly easy breakfasts to put together, too! And, if you’re in a rush in the morning, you can take these to-go!

• Antioxidant Rich Kiwi Juice by Olivia Budgen
• Tropical Turmeric Smoothie by Crystal Bonnet
• Warming Turmeric Baked Oats Recipe by Hayley Canning
• Pomegranate Quinoa Porridge by Rachael Campbell
• Perfect Breakfast Bagels with Tomato and Basil by Emily von Euw

Lunch

Source: Bohemian Summer Salad With Grilled Corn

If you’re looking for ways to eat well and help promote glowing skin, these lunches are amazing! These salads are packed full of nutrients to keep you full and satisfied, and also, taste delicious!

• Mango, Chili, and Lime Quinoa Salad by Rachel Clarke
• Bohemian Summer Salad With Grilled Corn by Alenoosh Matakupan
• Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice by ThePlantbasedSchool
• Thai Seared Tofu With Kiwi by Ksenia Prints
• Smoky Tomato Almond Pasta Sauce by Jodi Kay

Dinner

Source: Mango, Chili, and Lime Quinoa Salad

Try out these lunches that are delicious and will keep you full and satisfied! These salads are bright and perfect for summer, and are packed with fun ingredients! Not only will you be getting in nutrients to benefit your skin, but you’ll also be getting in other important micronutrients, as well.

• Mango, Chili, and Lime Quinoa Salad by Rachel Clarke
• Summer Tomato Bowl With Herbed Bread Crumbs by Annie McGee
• Creamy Walnut White Sauce Pasta by Taavi Moore
• Miso-Turmeric Glazed Eggplant With Spicy Chickpeas by Wicked Healthy
• Baked Kale Falafel by Crissy Cavanaugh

Dessert

Source: Pumpkin Chickpea Blondies

Did you know that certain desserts can help promote glowing skin? These sweet treats are made with avocados or walnuts or pumpkin, all foods that promote healthy skin! Not only that, but you’ll be able to end your day on a sweet note that your skin will thank you for!

• Raw Chocolate Mousse by Marina Yanay-Triner
• Sea Berry & Pomegranate Loaf with Sea Berry Glaze by Heather Larson
• Flourless Avocado Walnut Brownies by Gabrielle St. Claire
• Pumpkin Chickpea Blondies by Hannah Sunderani
• Chinese Walnut Cookies by Daphne Goh

Snacks

Source: Savory Pumpkin Hummus

Snacks are a great way to keep yourself full between meals. If you’re looking to up your snack game and take care of your skin, these snacks are it! They are full of nutrients that will nourish your skin and body!

• Grilled Avocado With Roasted Tomatoes by Carri Pattison
• Blueberry Walnut Crumble Bars by Caroline Doucet
• Pumpkin Oatmeal Lentil Cups by Larice Feuerstein
• Savory Pumpkin Hummus by Mitra Shirmohammadi
• Swiss Chard Summer Roll With Citrus Soy-Marinated Tofu by Linda Ly

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer and has many side effects.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based or even giving one of these vitamin-rich citrus meals a try, we highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Here are some great resources to get you started:

• Weekly Vegan Meal Plans
• Plant-Based Health Resources
• Plant-Based Food & Recipes
• Plant-Based Nutrition Resources
• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
• Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Recipes
• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep

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