When I published my first “What I Eat In A Day” post a few months ago, I had no idea what to expect.
So I was happily surprised when the post received such an outpouring of positive reader feedback, with many people writing in to say they loved seeing the example of how a vegan day in the life might look.
As I mention in the first post, there’s no typical day for me, but the amount of food stays pretty constant. I’ve also never been one of those people who can go even a day without dessert!
If you missed it, here’s the first post: Everything I Eat in a Day – Part 1
What I Eat In A Day
I wake up hungry and usually snack on a handful of nuts as I check emails, maybe post to @Chocolatecoveredkatie on Instagram, and make breakfast.
Today I also ate a few strawberries that needed to be used up. If I’m going running in the morning, I’ll make a cup of coffee and have a more substantial first breakfast.
That’s about 1-3 times per week, depending on whether or not I feel like running.
I’ll never again force myself to exercise if I don’t feel like it, after being an obsessive exerciser for years.
Anyways, no running or coffee today.
Breakfast
Lately, I’ve been craving savory food for breakfast.
Today was two Homemade English Muffins–one of my favorite recipes in my new cookbook–toasted in the oven with organic vegan buttery spread, kale sautéed with olive oil and garlic, and caramelized cherry tomatoes.
It looks fancy, but honestly the tomatoes took under a minute to prepare, and all I did for the kale was throw it into the cast-iron skillet the day before and let it cook as I put my groceries away.
Lunch
Lunch was even easier to prepare.
Heat up some leftover Buffalo Chickpea Chili from the freezer, dice an avocado and throw it on top, and finish the meal by breaking off a piece of extra-dark (95%) chocolate.
My blog title really is a good name for me.
Snack 1
I always get hungry in the afternoon, and—surprise—it’s usually for chocolate.
Today was homemade cashewmilk and a Chocolate Brownie Paleo Bar.
Dinner
Dinner was this Broccoli Cheesy Rice, also from the cookbook.
I added extra broccoli and served it with sautéed mushrooms on the side.
I could eat this meal every single day – it is the epitome of creamy comfort food.
Snack 2
Nighttime snack: Chocolate Peanut Butter Nice Cream
More creamy comfort food. And also more chocolate. Katies are simple creatures, and we know what we like.
That’s usually it for the day in terms of eating, but on this particular night I went out later and had a glass of red wine as well.
Daily Total: 3,003 calories
(As a vegan, I also take Vitamin B12 and Omega 3s each day.)
By Popular Request: Link to the Full Nutrition Facts
Hey Katie,
Assuming you used to eat meat (sorry, I don’t know) how do you feel about vegetarian meat alternatives? I’ve noticed you don’t post any recipes with seitan/fake meat, and that’s ok. I was raised vegetarian and was always curious as to whether people not raised vegetarian/vegan use meat substitutes because they actually miss meat or just because they’re one more source of protein. I caved for the past year and ate meat because I was abroad, but trying to go back. So, just wanted to know your thoughts on fake meat–does it make you feel “slimy” because it’s probably so processed?
Thanks!
Thanks Katie, this is great! I love your desert recipes as I believe living a healthful vegan lifestyle with a healthy amount of exercise a girl deserves a little pudding!! I like fork over knives mantra where you eat a healthy unprocessed diet and no calorie counting.
Keep doing your good thing. 🙂
What omega 3 supplement do you take?
Can I get the missing recipe, too? I just bought the cookbook!
Hi, absolutely! The bonus recipes are sending out automatically i a few hours to everyone who bought it in the past 24 hours. Or I can also send it to you manually if you need it immediately – what email address did you use to get the book?
Thank you so much for getting it!
Jason (media relations)
How is this even still a blog? seriously, the photos are very old and she has a serious problem. I’d say buyer beware in a round about way.
Get a life.
“Katies are simple creatures.”
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Your jokes make for a delicious side with all of your recipes. And thank the lord! I have found that the majority of the millions of food blogs out there are either as exciting as watching paint dry, and/or you have an outpouring of verbal diarrhea to muck through just to get to the point (aka the recipe).
You seem to be so solid within yourself. True to you and being just the unique and happy (and simple) Katie that you know you are meant to be. Your honesty, goofiness, and chocolate madness are much appreciated! Muah!
Thank you for this post, Katie. My daughter is barely 12 and has been struggling with disordered eating. We got your cookbook from the library, and she has deemed all of your recipes “safe.” I am THRILLED to be able to show her that her favorite foodie is eating about 3,000 calories a day. Thank you so much!!
(constructive criticism: in my position, it would be helpful to see some pics that show those nice healthy serving sizes.)
Aw please give her a hug for me! That’s such a hard age for one’s self-esteem 🙁
I will definitely be sure to show actual serving sizes the next time I do one of those posts.
I don’t get it. I’m fighting to loose that last bit of o belly fat eating around 1650 calories a day, and I’m a 6 foot tall guy. If I ate 3000/day,even with exercise, I’d be getting’ pretty fat.
I know I’m old enough to be your mother, but would you consider adopting me? I wish I could have you cook all of these amazing dishes for me! ?
You are so beautiful, thin, and look full of life & passion! I went low-carb vegan for a week (as a fun challenge), and did a mostly alkaline diet after I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. I do not go a day without (sugar free) chocolate, either. I can’t seem to drop the weight I gained during chemo & I feel like I would gain weight on what you eat in a typical day… Looks super delicious, though! God Bless
Hi, On some of your recipes you indicate an alternative if one doesn’t want to use oil but on others you don’t. I read the food could turn out different but was curious what you would suggest if one doesn’t want to use oil. What ingredient should be increased? Thanks for your help. I am not much of a cook and have recently switched to plant based eating so don’t have a lot of experieince. Thanks for your help. I enjoy your webpage.
Hi! If she doesn’t have an alternative listed, it just means she hasn’t tried an oil-free alternative for that recipe, so you’d have to experiment at your own risk because she wouldn’t know how it might turn out. But edible experiments are sometimes delicious! What to substitute would depend on the recipe – in some recipes, you could sub applesauce, in others you can sub milk of choice, and others might sub peanut butter or something else. Hope that all helps, and definitely be sure to report back if you do experiment!
I just discovered your blog when flourless banana PB muffins showed up on my Pinterest feed & the texture looked right up my alley. Glad it did, it led me here and your recipes look fab, and I think I’ll be checking in frequently. I’m a fan of higher fat, moderate protein, low carb (not strictly Keto but maybe a half-a** keto).. My body feels good on that, & I see a bunch of your recipes that fit the bill. And chocolate. Need I say more. And you look great, your skin is so fresh looking! Always thought that was a good sign of a good diet. Thanks!
You are my chocolate hero.
I’m 60 plus years old and totally a fan of yours.
My metabolism has “matured”, so I can’t eat as much as I did 40 years ago.
So when I went to splurge in a chocolate sort of way, I head to your cookbook or your pins.
Your amazing recipes never cease to amaze me.
Keep on, sister!!!
Katie, you eat A LOT of calories. Most of us cannot eat that much. I myself try to stay between 1200 and 1500. You are a runner, so you burn a lot, and you are most likely a tall gal. It would be nice to have sample menus for us ordinary post menopausal gals who are trying to be healthy and either maintain or lose weight. Thanks!
Hi! Curious question… This post mentions both homemade English muffins and the broccoli rice and when mentioned, you’re linking to the “Hello Breakfast,” cookbook. I recently purchased the Ebook, and neither of these are in there. Is the URL just wrong in this post? I realize this could also be a marketing thing like… “Hey, keep an eye out here for new books,” Which is awesome, just confusing. 🙂
Hi Amy! I am so sorry about that, you SHOULD have those recipes. They’re in the bonus pack that comes with the book. Sometimes it gets caught in a spam filter somewhere before getting to its destination. I’m sending it manually to you right now, so let me know if you don’t see it within the hour!
Jason (media relations)
Hi, I was just looking for the english muffin recipe and can’t find it in the cookbook!
I am so sorry about that, you SHOULD have that recipe. It’s in the bonus pack that comes with the book and has a few extra recipes. Sometimes it gets caught in a spam filter somewhere before getting to its destination. I’m sending it manually to you right now, so let me know if you don’t see it within the hour!
Jason (media relations)