Beyonce is by far my most favorite celebrity, my fashion icon, my idol, and all of that. If she says she lost a lot of weight following a plant based diet, I would definitely take a second look at it,considering my adoration and adulation towards her. Thus I stumbled upon this 22-day Beyonce Vegan Diet.

For those of you ,who are unfamiliar with this diet, here is a short note. This diet was launched by Beyonce and her nutritionist Marco Borges. This is a 22 days diet program claiming that it takes 21 days to make a habit and from 22nd day you are armed with a new habit.

When I went through the seemingly 'fad' looking diet, I realized, the diet is not bad but quite healthy since it is devoid of all processed, canned, tinned and packaged foods. Having said that, I am neither an advocate of this diet nor am I promoting this diet, yet this diet looks quite interesting owing to the very fact that it is vegan and plant based.

I wouldn't mind trying this diet once but forgoing dairy (Oh My Coffee!), meat, and all associated pleasures of life for a foodie like me is a bit challenging. After a lot of research over the internet, I got this elaborate diet plan at 22daysnutrition I hope you find this useful. If at all you try, dont forget to mail me your results. So let's dive in.

DAY 1
Breakfast: Vanilla mint pudding with 1 cup fresh berries
Lunch: Crunchy red cabbage and green apple sesame slaw with 1 cup steamed, cubed sweet potato (or one small potato, baked)
Afternoon snack: 1/4 cup hemp hummus with fresh vegetables (carrots, celery, romaine leaves, bell pepper, etc.)
Dinner: Black bean and quinoa salad with quick cumin dressing
Dessert: Dark chocolate ( I like this one!)
DAY 2
Breakfast: Smoothie with 1 cup almond milk, 1 large frozen banana, 1-2 tablespoons almond butter, 1 serving of 22 Days protein powder, and a heaping cup of leafy greens (spinach, chard, kale, etc.)
Lunch: 1 brown rice tortilla (Food For Life brand) or two gluten free corn tortillas with 1/4 cup hemp hummus, fresh or roasted red bell pepper, sliced cucmbers, and a handful of greens. Serve with steamed vegetables as desired, or a small side salad
Afternoon snack: Cereal bar
Dinner: Zucchini pasta with cherry tomatoes, sweet potato, basil, and hemp "parmesan"
Dessert: Banana soft serve

DAY 3
Breakfast: Quinoa breakfast porridge with 1 cup fresh berries
Lunch: Large salad with at least three cups of greens, whichever veggies you like, 3 tablespoons pumpkin or hemp seeds, and a dressing of choice (from the dressing options in the recipe index)
Afternoon snack: 4 tablespoons hemp hummus with fresh vegetables (carrots, celery, romaine leaves, bell pepper, etc.)
Dinner: Small baked sweet potato with a tablespoon of melted coconut oil, half a cup of organic black beans, and steamed greens as desired (or a fresh side salad)
Dessert: 2 raw brownie bites

DAY 4
Breakfast: Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chip bar, fresh fruit salad as desired
Lunch: Golden harvest kale salad with 1/2 cup organic chickpeas
Afternoon snack: 1 oz. almonds and a few tablespoons raisins
Dinner: Quick white bean and summer vegetable pasta (prepare with quinoa or brown rice pasta)
Dessert: 2 raw vegan vanilla macaroons

DAY 5
Breakfast: Smoothie with 1 cup almond milk, 1 cup frozen blueberries, 1 serving chocolate protein, 3 tablespoons of hemp seeds, and 1 cup leafy greens of choice
Lunch: Leftover white bean and summer vegetable pasta or a large green salad with half a cup of beans or lentils, 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, vegetables of your choosing, and turmeric tahini dressing
Afternoon snack: Apple with 2 tablespoons almond butter
Dinner: Butternut squash curry served over 1/2 cup cooked quinoa, steamed vegetables as desired
Dessert: Dark chocolate

DAY 6
Breakfast: Banana and almond butter oats
Lunch: Smoky avocado and jicama salad
Afternoon snack: 1 cup almond milk blended with 22 Days Nutrition protein powder and a few ice cubes
Dinner: Black bean and corn burgers, served with a small salad or steamed vegetables
Dessert: 2 raw vegan vanilla macaroons

DAY 7

Breakfast: Smoothie of 1/2 frozen banana, 1 cup frozen peaches, 2 ice cubes, 3/4 cup almond milk, 1 cup leafy greens, and 1 serving 22 Days of Nutrition vanilla protein powder
Lunch: Leftover black bean and corn burger, small salad
Afternoon snack: 1/4 cup vegan trail mix of choice (or 2 tablespoon raw almonds or cashews and 2 tablespoon dried fruit)
Dinner: 1 cup cooked quinoa, brown rice, or millet, served with 1/2 chopped avocado, 1 cup steamed greens, and dressing of choice
Dessert: 1/2 cup chocomole

DAY 8
Breakfast: Gluten free banana pancakes, served with 1 cup fresh berries
Lunch: Mango, kale, and avocado salad
Afternoon snack: Apple, banana, melon, berries, or any other fresh fruit of choice
Dinner: Eggplant rollatini with cashew cheese, steamed greens or broccoli as desired
Dessert: Dark chocolate