9 Principles of Minimalist Meal Planning

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What is minimalist meal planning? It involves applying the philosophy of โ€œless is moreโ€ to the preparation and enjoyment of food.

As with many areas of life, when you strip cooking and eating down to the bare essentials, you realize how little you actually need to feel satisfied. By clearing away the clutterโ€”the unnecessary partsโ€”you make space in your life to enjoy this act of creation or to reinvest your time elsewhere. Minimalism doesnโ€™t dictate how your life should look or that you adhere to a specific set of values. It simply assists you in achieving your goals by focusing on what matters most.

When it comes to meal planning, there are no universal rules. Each familyโ€™s dietary needs, habits, and preferences will shape what this looks like. However, having a starting point can be helpful.

Simplifying Meals

Iโ€™ve laid out nine principles to guide you toward understanding how minimalism can help you achieve more of what you truly want. In our home, weโ€™ve made huge strides in simplifying the art of feeding our family and doing it well. I hope some of these ideas resonate with you.

1. Fewer Ingredients

Think about some of your favorite dishes, and you might be surprised by how few ingredients are truly essential. For example, I love pizza, which is fundamentally just dough, cheese, and sauce. In perfecting the combination of these three ingredients, you have what is arguably the worldโ€™s most popular and delicious dish.

2. Less Variety, More Flexibility

When I began paring down my wardrobe, I realized the importance of having versatile items that could be combined with other pieces. The same holds true for the ingredients in your refrigerator and cupboard. Look for utility players that can be repurposed in many different dishes, making your shopping easier and reducing waste.

3. Less Impulsive, More Intentional

Minimalist meal planning starts with a plan. You canโ€™t expect to walk into a grocery store and intuitively know the ingredients youโ€™ll need. By taking a little time upfront to plan your meals, youโ€™ll save time each day and likely spend less on impulse purchases.

Byย Mike Donghia

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