A simple meal formula is what you fall back on when you don’t feel like planning anything.

You already know the basics—something to fill you up, something fresh, and something to bring it all together. At this point, it’s less about structure and more about trusting what works.
That’s what makes this approach so easy to use.
Simple Meal Formula (Simple Idea)
- beans or chickpeas
- vegetables (fresh or cooked)
- grains or a base
- simple fat or seasoning
How to build it:
- Start with whatever you have
- Add a mix of beans and vegetables
- Include a base if you want something more filling
- Finish with oil or seasoning
There’s no need to get it perfect.
If it looks balanced, it probably is.
💛 Yum’s Note
Once you know the basics, you don’t need a plan—you just need to start.
If you enjoy simple approaches like this, you might also like other easy formulas for building balanced meals.
Looking for more simple, satisfying meals? Check out the 10 Everyday Power Bowls eBook for easy ideas you can make again and again.