PASSOVER GUIDE PART I: THE SHOPPING LIST
Passover can be challenging for those who strictly observe the dietary guidelines. So many of the foods 4Q clients rely on in their day-to-day lives are not actually approved for the Passover holiday. However, at the 4Q Method, we don’t believe that circumstance should get in the way of wellness and weight loss goals, which is why we created this guide. So if you are on a wellness and weight loss journey, this guide will get you through the Passover holiday completely unscathed.
Because there is so much to digest (pun intended!), the guide is divided into two parts: the first part we will talk about what to buy so that your fridge and pantry are fully stocked. The second part we’ll go over recipe recommendations and general dietary guidelines so that you can maintain your wellness goals, stay satisfied, and never feel deprived.
Now, let’s get shopping!
Products to buy:
Matzah is a dense, refined carb with little-to-no fiber; however, with 90 calories and 4 grams of fiber, this version is a lighter, more nutritious option.
Though these are not filling, they are a good snack to have on hand if you want something salty to munch on.
You can mix this cauliflower rice with quinoa to boost the fiber content or eat it on it’s own as a “fried rice” alternative.
We already talked about the fact that not all cauliflower products are created equally in this post. Luckily this cauliflower crust is always 4Q-approved and happens to be kosher for Passover too!
No need to ditch your yogurt breakfast routine just because it’s Passover!
We may not be able to eat peanut butter over Passover, but cashew butter and almond butter are just as delicious! Lieber’s makes both. Manischevitz makes some too!
Your favorite unsweetened alt milks may not be kosher for Passover, but Gefen makes an unsweetened version of coconut milk and almond milk that should get you through.
These make for a nice after-dinner treat!
Another delicious after-dinner treat option — these are coated in coconut, but they have with a hazelnut crunch variety as well.
Full disclosure, we haven’t tried these yet, but for those who want to get their oatmeal fix in the morning, quinoa flakes just might do the trick! Try them by swapping out the oats in the 4Q Creamy Oatmeal recipe.
This makes for an easy go-to protein option. Check out the 4Q mayo-free tuna recipe for inspo. (Though you’ll have to omit the mustard since there isn’t really a kosher for Passover version.)
Ingredients to buy:
Almond Flour
Chia Seeds
Nuts and Seeds
Fruit and Vegetables
Winter Squash: Butternut, Kabocha, Acorn, and Delicata
Sweet Potatoes and Potatoes
Quinoa
Fresh Eggs, Fish, Meat, and Poultry
Milk
Cheese
Herbs and Spices
Vinegars
Dark Chocolate
Psyllium Husk
Please note: For those who are strictly observant, a lot of generic products such as quinoa, vinegars, and extracts require specific kosher for Passover certification. However, others such as chia seeds and fresh whole fruits and vegetables do not. Please refer to the complete OU Guide for product guidelines.
Stay tuned for Part II coming soon!