I started this blog in January of 2013 to maximize my health and productivity by eating more fresh fruit and vegetables. Please join me on this healthy journey.
“Starve your distractions, feed your focus.” — Unknown
If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a perpetually busy human, it’s this – when life ramps up, the first thing I tend to sacrifice is myself. More specifically, my meals. I’ll spend hours supporting students, prepping lessons, answering emails, grading, and working weekends at the airport. Then I end up scrambling to find something nutritious for lunch. Too many times, I’ve ambled across the street at work to grab a bag of candy and a Red Bull when I feel tired mid-afternoon.
So I hit the restart button, and I’ve been trying to make one intentional change. Eat more fresh food. More vegetables. More color. More meals that actually make me feel awake instead of sluggish.
And honestly? One small shift has made a huge difference: 👉 purchasing disposable meal-prep containers. Link HERE.
I know. It’s nothing glamorous. But minimizing dishes has eliminated one of my biggest mental barriers. I can prep several days’ worth of lunches in one shot, pop them in the fridge, and my busy self is grateful every time I open that door.
Lately, I’ve been obsessed with a salad that feels fresh, hearty, and so satisfying:
Greek Chicken Salads with Cucumber Tzatziki Sauce
Below is the exact recipe I’ve been using. It’s simple, bright, and perfect for assembling a few salads ahead of time.
🍗 Greek Chicken
Ingredients:
Chicken breast
¼ cup finely chopped onion
3 finely minced garlic cloves
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
¼ cup olive oil
3 Tbsp oregano (I used 2 Tbsp dried + several sprigs fresh)
2 Tbsp of fresh dill (you can use dry)
Juice and zest of 2 lemons (reserve 1 Tbsp juice for the tzatziki)
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp each salt & pepper
Instructions: Bake at 425°F for 20–30 minutes or until cooked through. Let it cool before slicing for salads.
🥒 Homemade Cucumber Tzatziki
Ingredients:
1 large cucumber, finely chopped (I scoop out the seeds with a spoon so the sauce doesn’t get watery)
1 container plain Greek yogurt (I used Greek Gods)
¼ cup fresh chopped dill (or a couple teaspoons dried)
¼ cup finely chopped onion (red works great)
1 minced garlic clove
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: A little fresh mint for extra brightness
Stir everything together and let it chill – it’s even better the next day.
🥗 Salad Assembly
Add as much or as little as you like of the following:
I’m still busy That hasn’t changed. But carving out a little time once or twice a week to meal prep has brought so much more peace into my days. I feel better. I eat better. And I no longer have that internal battle at 6AM about what on earth I’m going to eat.
It’s a small habit, but it’s helping me show up for myself the same way I show up for everyone else.
If you’re busy too, maybe this is your sign. Start small. Start simple. Even a stack of disposable containers and a really good chicken recipe can make things easier.
And this Greek chicken salad? Truly…it’s been a game-changer. Enjoy! Remember to take care of yourself and each other.
Produce with Amy 