Fueling a soft life with whole foods, global flavors & zero guilt
Let’s Talk About Food & Freedom
As a digital nomad, one of the biggest challenges is maintaining a healthy routine when you don’t have a fixed kitchen, local grocery go-to, or familiar food brands. Add in different time zones, dining out with new friends, and unfamiliar ingredients, and staying “on track” can feel chaotic.
But here’s the thing: I don’t follow a diet. I follow vibes. ✨
I build my meals with three rules in mind:
- Maximize quantity without going overboard on calories.
- Prioritize protein and healthy fats, and use carbs just to fill the gaps.
- Eat clean, simple, and satisfying food made from whole ingredients I can pronounce.
I’m 5’1” and hover around 120 lbs, so I don’t need thousands of calories per day — but I do need meals that feel filling and delicious. That’s where smart substitutions and anti-repetition hacks come in.
Let me walk you through what I eat in a full day of soft, healthy, nomadic living. 🥥🍳
🥣 Morning Ritual: Light & Nourishing Breakfast
I’m not a fan of heavy breakfasts — especially in tropical climates — so I like something light, refreshing, and nutrient-dense.
My go-to breakfast formula:
☑️ Protein base
☑️ Healthy fats for fullness
☑️ High-volume fruit or veggies
✨ Typical Breakfast:
Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
- 1 small sweet potato cut into small cubes and crisped with olive oil
- 50 grams of smoked pork chop cut into small cubes
- Sautéed, diced onion and pepper for flavor
- Top with an egg cooked to your preference
- Black coffee with a splash of 2% milk
Calories: ~200-250 calories
Why I love it: It’s low on calories, but keeps me full for hours.
🥗 Midday: Clean, Filling Lunch
Lunch is my main meal and the one I keep most structured. Whether I’m eating at a café or cooking at my rental, I aim for a full plate of volume foods, lean protein, and fats that fuel — not bloats.
✨ Typical Lunch:
Beef Taco Wrap
- 3 oz ground beef seasoned with chili flakes
- Avocado sliced or mashed
- Sautéed slices of onion and pepper for flavor
- Wrapped in a warm tortilla
- Topped with salsa
Calories: ~400-450
Why it works: Full of protein and healthy fats, easy to assemble, and feels gourmet without being expensive.
🍓Afternoon Snack: Low-Cal, High-Volume
I don’t do caffeine in the afternoons, so snacks are how I recharge without crashing. I crave crunchy, cold, or fresh textures around this time.
✨ Typical Snack:
- Carrot sticks or cucumber with lime & chili powder
- A hard-boiled egg or a slice of turkey breast
- Herbal tea with lemon or coconut water on ice
Calories: ~150–200
Mood: Feels like a beach picnic every single day. 🌴
🍛 Dinner: Variety Without Compromise
I love dinner because it’s when I let myself have the most fun with flavors and mix things up. I avoid repetitive meals by using the same base ingredients in different ways, like swapping chicken for tuna, rice for plantains, or steaming instead of sautéing.
✨ Typical Dinner:
Pineapple Chicken Rice Bowl
- 2-4 oz of grilled chicken
- Sautéed chunks of onion and pepper for flavor
- 2 oz pineapple, plus a splash of the juice.
- Serve over 1/4 cup rice
Calories: ~300-350
Why I love it: This is clean, tasty, and full of fiber. I also like how rice is easy to portion and stores well, so I can batch cook a little and reuse it in new combos later.
🍪 My One Must-Have Treat
Every night, I end the day with a small dessert I don’t have to think about. No guilt, no spirals, no bingeing — just pure joy.
🌸 Favorite Treat:
- 1 packet of cookies (2–4 small ones, pre-portioned)
- Herbal tea or a second cup of coffee if I’m working late
Calories: ~150
Why it works: I’ve learned that honoring cravings keeps me from going overboard. Plus, a tiny treat is the cherry on top of a good day.
🧺 Grocery Staples That Keep Me Balanced (and on Budget)
Here’s what I rotate through most weeks to keep things simple but flavorful:
🥩 Proteins
- Eggs (boiled, scrambled, fried)
- Chicken breast (grilled or pan-cooked)
- Ground beef (lean or 85/15)
- Smoked pork (sliced or chopped)
🥑 Fats & Dairy
- Avocados
- 2% milk
- Sour cream (used like a sauce)
🍎 Fruits & Veggies
- Sweet peppers (raw or sautéed)
- Melon or pineapple (hydrating + sweet!)
- Carrots (snack, sautéed, or shredded)
🍞 Flexible Carbs
- Sweet potatoes (baked or mashed)
- Rice (white or brown)
- Wraps/tortillas (so versatile)
🍋 Flavor Boosters
- Onion
- Salsa (as a sauce or dip)
- Mayonnaise or ketchup (in moderation)
- Citrus (lime, lemon, orange slices)
🍪 Treats
- Pre-portioned cookies
- Tea & coffee (daily rituals)
Final Thoughts: Balanced > Perfect
Being a healthy nomad girly isn’t about strict rules or tiny salads. It’s about listening to your body, loving your food, and making smart choices that support your goals — without restriction or guilt.
I eat well 80% of the time and let myself enjoy the other 20%. I skip fast food chains not because I have to, but because I truly don’t crave them. I’d rather enjoy smoky pork I made in a skillet than mystery meat in a paper bag. 🍔🚫
So if you’ve been trying to eat clean while bouncing between Airbnbs or co-working cafés, just remember:
You don’t need a full kitchen, a nutrition degree, or expensive ingredients — just a few smart staples and the desire to feel good in your body. 💖
Nomad Girly 
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