London Heathrow Marriott Hotel has been going meat free on Mondays since 2022. “We like to be at the forefront of sustainable initiatives at the hotel and as an organisation. Meat Free Monday has been a huge success – there’s no going back!” – Ron Vos, General Manager
Touted as a superfood, as well as an aphrodisiac, asparagus has long been considered a delicacy and is at its best in spring. Loaded with nutrients and low in calories (less than four kcal per average spear), asparagus can be boiled, steamed, grilled, fried and roasted.
Aubergine
With deep purple, glossy skins encasing cream coloured flesh, aubergines (or eggplants) are full of vitamins, minerals and dietary fibre and can help lower cholesterol.
Radish
Crisp and crunchy with a peppery kick, radishes are low in calories and carbs, and full of vitamins and minerals. If you like things milder, try a white radish such as daikon (popular in Japanese cuisine).
Spinach
Spinach contains iron as well as an abundance of other essential vitamins and minerals. Throw into pastas and pestos, ragu and ravioli, soups and smoothies – spinach is a real all-rounder!
Peas
At their best in early summer, peas grow inside long, rounded pods. A cup of these little green gems contains less than 100 calories but provides plenty of protein, fibre and micronutrients.
A little help from our friends
“We know that this is THE most important thing we can do to save our earth, and it’s also the best thing we can do for our health. Plus it’s so yummy! Join me on this adventure of plant-based living and please be meat-free Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and if you can only do Monday we’ll be OK with that too. The more the merrier, thank you!”
— Alicia Silverstone
“Try it, you might like it … and the planet definitely will appreciate it.”
— Woody Harrelson
“I grew up in the ‘meat and two veg’ era but there’s so much more choice now in terms of plant-based food – it’s far more exciting on the plate! I’m consciously reducing how much meat I eat, and that’s no bad thing for the planet and all of us living on it.”
— Ainsley Harriott
“Meat Free Monday is a simple idea which makes so much sense! By not eating meat at least one day a week we help the environment, save animals and improve our health. Try it, get your friends and family to try it and why not encourage your school to try it too?”
— Fearne Cotton
“Meat Free Mondays is a great idea though I live meat free every day. Being vegetarian is good for your body, good for the planet and a peace and loving thing to do.”
— Ringo Starr
“Thank you for inspiring the way I live my life now. Even if you’re not veggie, vegan or plant-based, reducing our meat and dairy consumption, even for just one day a week, has a positive impact on our planet, the animals we share it with and our own personal health.”
— Gabrielle Aplin
“It’s a great initiative and an opportunity for us to really reduce meat consumption that not only saves our lives but saves our planet. Let’s continue to move towards a Meat Free Monday!”
The results are in! ✨ Ever wondered how much of a difference doing #MeatFreeMonday for a year can make? We’ve crunched the numbers – and it’s impressive. That’s 52 Mondays packed with tasty meals that are great for you and the planet!
Use our calculator, with data from @thedarwinchallengeapp, to see the positive impact of your #meatfree days – from saving water to cutting emissions. 🐓🌏
Oh, and it’s Meat Free Monday tomorrow, so why not give it a try? 🌱
Our #MeatFreeMonday ramen recipe is as easy as 1, 2, 3 – and it’s packed with veggie goodness and #plantbased protein! It really is #MeatFreeMadeEasy. 💪🌱🍜 #linkinbio
If you’re looking for more stress-free meal ideas, check out other brands coming together with @meatfreemadeeasy: @vivera_uk @vfc.food @quorn_uk @clearspringuk...
Our produce of the month for May is the salad superstar itself! 🥬⭐️
There are many different varieties of lettuce to choose from, and although you can get most types in the supermarket all year round, right now is when lettuce is at its peak, continuing all summer and into autumn.
With its delicate flavour and crunchy texture, this leafy green vegetable is perfect enjoyed raw in salads, and some varieties can be braised, boiled or fried for stocking up soups and stews.
What’s your favourite meal to add lettuce leaves to? 🥬...
Champion the tofu with our #MeatFreeMonday twist on a classic takeaway alternative! Simple to make, this Sticky Tofu and Rice dish is fragrant, filling AND full of flavour! Get the recipe in our bio link 💚
For loads more veggie-inspiration, check out @meatfreemadeeasy!
Sharing simple ways to go #meatfree alongside our friends at @wildlytasty_uk, @oneplanetpizza, @explorecuisine and @cauldronfoods! 🌱💚🎉...
Now is the perfect time to pack your meals with beautiful, in-season vegetables! Our #MeatFreeMonday Spring Stew with Herby Dumplings is a comforting, nutritious dish – and you can change up the ingredients to suit whatever you have at home. 💚
People support Meat Free Monday for many reasons, including reducing carbon emissions and eating more healthily. But let’s not forget the animals. Andrea Arnold’s 2021 documentary ‘Cow’ provides a unique opportunity to look at life through the eyes of a dairy cow called Luma.
