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A reader survey and a “What I Ate Wednesday” report

November 11, 2015 By Ashley 49 Comments

I have a deal for you, my blog-reading friends. If you do me a favor and take about 90 seconds out of your day to fill out a brief anonymous survey for me, I’ll share a few pictures of some tasty food and be forever grateful. Sound good? (Also, a big shout out to all the veterans and friends and families of those who have served our country. Thank you!)

Take the “A Lady Goes West” reader survey

I would truly appreciate it if you could answer these 10 quick questions about your experience visiting A Lady Goes West. I aim to please, people, and with your feedback, I hope to be able to do that more and more. Please visit the survey here. Then, come on back, and let’s talk about food …

This week’s “What I Ate Wednesday” recap

In the middle of the week, I like to take a moment to share a full day of my meals in pictures. Real pictures. Here we go …

What I Ate Wednesday via A Lady Goes

Today, I’m sharing everything that I ate yesterday …

Breakfast at 7:30 a.m.

WIAW - overnight oats and tea for breakfast via A Lady Goes WestThis first meal of the day came together in no time, because I had prepped it the night before. You see some overnight oats, comprised of Greek yogurt, almond milk, chia seeds, pumpkin pie spice, veggie power and oats, paired with a banana and a mug of hot green tea, sweetened with vanilla almond milk and stevia.

Mid-morning snack at 11 a.m.

WIAW snack of yogurt for A Lady Goes West blogSome fruity Greek yogurt and a second mug of hot green tea were just what I needed to hold me over to make it through a lunch-time yoga class.

Lunch at 2 p.m.

WIAW - sweet potato for lunch via A Lady Goes WestThere is nothing prettier than a deep-purple tater. Am I right? I have officially become obsessed with these Japanese purple sweet potatoes and thus have been going to more than one grocery store to get my hands on them. They are sweeter than and take a bit longer to cook than regular sweet potatoes, but are totally worth all extra effort. Paired with two eggs and some healthy fat avocado, makes for lunch perfection.

Dinner at 7:45 p.m.

WIAW - Green Chef steak salad via A Lady Goes West

This meal was FABULOUS! This fancy dinner is thanks to a Green Chef organic meal kit, which I was delivered last week. All of the fresh ingredients were included, as well as the step-by-step instructions. If you recall, I went to an event hosted by Green Chef in San Francisco a few weeks ago and loved trying out the service in my own home as well. This particular dish includes grass-fed sirloin steak, organic brussels sprouts, blue cheese crumbles, dates, dried cranberries, pistachios, millet and more, all mixed together in a healthy salad with a mustard sauce. It took about 45 minutes to make and was a totally different meal for us to eat at home. Dave and I both were incredibly impressed and licked our huge bowls clean. By the way, Green Chef is debuting nation-wide in January and is already available in the Bay Area today. Check it out!

For a sweet ending, I had a few chugs of vanilla almond milk straight from the carton to end the day, and that’s it. Have a lovely day, my friends!

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See more “What I Ate Wednesday” posts

I’m not the only one sharing their typical day of eating. Each week, “What I Ate Wednesday” is hosted by Peas and Crayons for bloggers to showcase their eats to the world. If you want to see more food recaps, check out some of my posts from the past all compiled here in one place. 

Questions of the day

How’s your week going so far?

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Did you take the survey? Thank you!

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  1. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    November 11, 2015 at 3:06 am

    That meal kit sounds like my kind of meal! I have yet to see a purple sweet potato but now I will be on a mission to find one!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:24 am

      Oh yes, Megan! You’ve got to get your hands on these beauties! So good! Happy Wednesday! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    November 11, 2015 at 4:01 am

    I cannot find purple sweet potatoes ANYWHERE. It’s messing with my chi!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:23 am

      Farmer’s Market? Whole Foods? Sprouts? Health food store? Oh man … so sad, Susie. 🙁

      Reply
  3. Mo says

    November 11, 2015 at 4:26 am

    After seeing your purple sweet potatoes last time, I had to have some. I found them at our local farmer’s market and then at Spriuts. I’ve been enjoying one everyday since! You are right totally worth it. And that deep purple color means so many extra nutrients! ??

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:23 am

      Yes, Mo! I got my latest round of ‘taters at Sprouts too. They are just SO good! I LOVE that you have been enjoying them too. Good work, lady! Happy Wednesday!

      Reply
  4. Courtney Koch says

    November 11, 2015 at 5:13 am

    All of this looks SO delicious and I’m super hungry now! Not sure my Shakeo is going to cut it!

    Survey complete. 🙂

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:22 am

      Hhahaha — Lunchtime goals perhaps? 🙂 Thanks for doing the survey, my friend! Happy Wednesday to you!!!! Hope your shoes hold up today.

      Reply
  5. Marielle says

    November 11, 2015 at 5:21 am

    Iva end heard of Green Chef yet….I’ve tried Plated before and it was excellent (just like blue apron). Have a good day!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:20 am

      Hi Marielle! Green Chef is brand new, so keep your eyes open for it near you early 2016. It’s all organic, which is awesome. And I’ve never tried Plated before, but I did try Blue Apron. 🙂 Have a great day, lady!

      Reply
  6. Torry @ A World Without Wheat says

    November 11, 2015 at 7:20 am

    I think I said this last week but that purple potato looks amazing – I really need to get my hands on one and try it!
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  7. Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets says

    November 11, 2015 at 7:46 am

    The colors in your lunch are just amazing.

    Happy WIAW and thanks for linking up.
    Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets recently posted…Must Have Oven Roasted Candied WalnutsMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 8:00 am

      Of course, lady! Hope you have a fabulous Wednesday with some colorful food. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Catherine Cormier says

    November 11, 2015 at 7:47 am

    Sorry I tried commenting from my phone and it obviously didn’t work properly….

    My week is going great 🙂 Today I have the day off of work for Remembrance Day. It’s the Canadian equivalent of Veteran’s Day. I watched a ceremony on tv this morning and I’m taking it easy the rest of the day.

    My husband is in the military and I have several family members and friends that serve so today holds a special place in my heart.

    I just completed your survey!! Enjoy your day 🙂

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 7:59 am

      Hi Catherine! How nice! Enjoy that day off! You deserve it. 🙂 And give your hubby a big hug today! Thanks for doing the survey.

      Reply
  9. Rachel @ RachelMcMichael.com says

    November 11, 2015 at 8:06 am

    Your food pics are incredible! Seriously! I have never seen a purple Sweet Potato before – it is so pretty!! I definitely need to try to find these at the grocery store!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:54 am

      Hi Rachel! They are hard to find, but if you see them — GET THEM! So good. Happy Wednesday! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Katie @ Daily Cup of Kate says

    November 11, 2015 at 8:11 am

    Just took your survey 🙂 Purple sweet potatoes are the best!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:54 am

      Thanks, lady! Happy Wednesday to you! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Lexie says

    November 11, 2015 at 8:25 am

    I just did your survey. Thank you for acknowledging Veterans Day. My entire family was military so it’s a special day of remembrance. 5 people in WWII all came home safe. Enjoy your day !

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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:55 am

      Wow, Lexie! Thank you to ALL of your family for what they did and continue to do!! I hope you enjoy your day too! Thanks for taking the survey, lady! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Giselle Schroer says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:04 am

    Mmmm…. all your meals sound great! I have to agree, purple sweet potatoes are so good! Love them with some kerrygold butter and sea salt. I found some at Trader Joe’s the other day that are purple on the outside but white on the inside. They are really good!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:55 am

      Hi Giselle! Yes, I like the ones with the white inside too. I basically like all things sweet potato. 🙂 Happy Wednesday!

      Reply
  13. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:29 am

    I could eat your lunch for every meal. Runny eggs, avocado, and purple sweet potatoes – doesn’t get any better!
    Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table recently posted…SoCal Tough Mudder Recap + WIAWMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:56 am

      Hi Laura, I basically DO eat this for lunch every day … hahah! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Jessica @ Semi-Sweet Tooth says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:35 am

    Weird fact about Jessica time… I LOVE taking surveys. You want me to be incredibly honest and tell you my opinion about everything? I’m in!

    My week has not been the healthiest thus far. Unless you count my healthy portions of Pirate’s Booty (entire bags, please.) I’m missing my Blue Apron meals where they tell me what to do. Maybe Green Chef will be our replacement…
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:56 am

      I value honesty, Jessica. So thank you! And there are a lot worse things you can eat than Pirate’s Booty, that’s for sure!! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Heather @ Life In Leggings says

    November 11, 2015 at 11:11 am

    That meal from Green Chef looks delicious! And surveys are so fun 🙂 I hope you having a great week Ashley!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:57 am

      Right back at ya, Heather!!:)

      Reply
  16. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

    November 11, 2015 at 11:49 am

    Green Chef sounds awesome! I’ll have to check them out!

    And I agree, purple potatoes are so pretty. I like to dice them, roast them with coconut oil and a little sea salt…SO good!
    Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health recently posted…Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan CrumbleMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:57 am

      Hi Sarah! Green Chef is ORGANIC, which is what makes the service stand out. And they have veggie, Gluten free and Paleo options, even better. I just sent you an email, BTW!! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Alyssa @ renaissancerunnergirl says

    November 11, 2015 at 11:51 am

    Purple sweet potatoes are just so awesome! Love the color and the taste. Especially when made with eggs – or oddly, with ricotta.
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 11:58 am

      Ricotta? Okay, now I need to try that, Alyssa. Thanks for the idea, lady! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Emily says

    November 11, 2015 at 1:12 pm

    For some reason I can’t do the purple potato. I’ve done the little ones, but they’re always “meh” for me. Lately I’ve been obsessed with canned sweet potato! Super quick, and baby likes it too so it’s a win-win for mealtimes. P.S. I love your tableware, your breakfast bowl looks cozy and adorable.
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 2:18 pm

      Blasphemy. I cannot be friends with you then. 🙂 hahah! Okay, just kidding. But really, you didn’t love them? Hope all is well, Emily!
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  19. Dani @ Dani California Cooks says

    November 11, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    Gosh, those sweet potatoes are GORGEOUS. Truly. It’s my favorite color of purple, whatever they are!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      I know, Dani. I’m totally obsessed with them! 🙂 Happy Wednesday, lady!

      Reply
  20. Hilary says

    November 11, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    I am a huge fan of purple sweet potatoes too! I haven’t been able to find them lately! I think a trip to Whole Foods this weekend is in order!
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    • Ashley says

      November 11, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      It sure is, Hilary! Hope you’re having a Happy Wednesday! 🙂

      Reply
  21. Ali says

    November 11, 2015 at 6:56 pm

    I keep seeing these beautiful purple potatoes and now I know I must absolutely give them a try. Your photo is too enticing 🙂 Also, that purple smoothie in the WIAW graphic is fantastic looking!!
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    • Ashley says

      November 12, 2015 at 7:17 am

      Hi Ali! YES, the purple taters are the best. Be on the lookout for them! 🙂 Have a great day!

      Reply
  22. Jen @ Chase the Red Grape says

    November 11, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    Your dinner looks perfect – that’s fab you got to try it out!
    I am constantly on the look out for purple sweet potatoes, I really want to try one! I did try a white one once and it was nice, just not as good as the regular one!
    Away to take the survey 🙂
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    • Ashley says

      November 12, 2015 at 7:17 am

      Thank you for taking the survey, Jen! 🙂

      Reply
  23. Melissa says

    November 12, 2015 at 2:56 pm

    I’m having a great week! I’ve only gotten lost twice! I think I may have found a preschool for my baby so I can have some time to myself, which is great. And, very important seeing as how they don’t have any child care here at the gym!?! Yep, very much military oriented around here for 19 years now!! I took the survey! Also, I went and got my Japanese sweet potatoes! I’ll be cooking them very soon. Can’t wait.

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    • Ashley says

      November 12, 2015 at 3:25 pm

      Yay for the sweet potatoes … but too bad about the child care. Hope the preschool works out, lady!! 🙂

      Reply
  24. Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says

    November 13, 2015 at 3:54 pm

    I have never seen a purple potato! I’ll have to keep my eyes out for them!
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    • Ashley says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:50 am

      Oh my gosh, they are SO delicious Sue. Get your hands on one!! Hard to find though … 🙂

      Reply
  25. Jayne says

    November 13, 2015 at 8:59 pm

    That green chef stuff looks good I have heard of them before. I wonder do they have recipes with their stuff that one could get to make on my own! That dinner looks awesome!
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    • Ashley says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:22 am

      Green Chef recipes are great, Jayne! 🙂

      Reply

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