The way to eat a lot of food and still lose weight! Learn Ilana’s flexible approach to weight loss where you can reach your goals without counting calories or giving up wine, carbs or treats!
Quick Start Guide
4 simple steps to get started with the 2B Mindset eating plan
Getting Started Guide
Start here! It’s a quick read that tells you all you need to know to begin learning the 2B Mindset today.
My Go-To Guide
This handy guide provides Ilana’s top takeaways from many of the videos, plus food lists, restaurant guides, tips for grocery shopping, how to stock your kitchen, and much more.
2B Mindset 1 Month Tracker
This interactive 1 month tracker makes it easy to keep track of your weight, water, meals, and progress-you’ll even find a space to plan your week. Download a new one each month so you can stay on track and get to the weight you want 2B! Prefer tracking on paper? You can purchase the Tracker book on Team Beachbody.
Muscle Building Tracker
Use this handy Muscle Building Tracker daily to make sure you’re filling your plate with the right foods, drinking plenty of water, and taking the proper supplements to help build muscle while you lose weight.
Food Lists
The 2B Mindset doesn’t “tell” you what you should eat. It helps you create your meals from dozens of filling, delicious, and yummy choices within each of the four food groups.
Food Lists – UK
The 2B Mindset doesn’t “tell” you what you should eat. It helps you create your meals from dozens of filling, delicious, and yummy choices within each of the four food groups.
Vegan Food Lists
If you follow a vegan lifestyle, use these customized food lists. They include dozens of filling, delicious, and satisfying options, so you can build amazing meals that will help you stay on track with your weight-loss goals.
Vegan Food Lists – UK
If you live in the UK and follow a vegan lifestyle, use these customized food lists. They include dozens of filling, delicious, and satisfying options, so you can build amazing meals that will help you stay on track with your weight-loss goals.
Plate It! Recap
There’s no need to count calories or weigh your food with the 2B Mindset. The Plate It! Recap gives you guidelines on how much to eat from each food group for every meal of the day.
Mix & Match Guide & Worksheet
Now that you know the food groups and their importance in your day, use this guide and worksheet to build your own Plate It! meals—or choose from Ilana’s own favorite breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack time options.
Mix & Match Restaurant Guide
Yes, you can dine out, enjoy all the cuisines you love, and still lose weight! Here are Ilana’s suggestions for what to order when eating at any restaurant—from steakhouse to diner—including Chinese, Italian, Mexican, and more.
Grocery List
Take time to plan your weekly grocery trip. It’ll help you focus on what you need to make satisfying Plate It! meals packed with fresh, delicious ingredients. Plus, it helps you avoid choices you don’t need—and that’s good for your waistline and your wallet!
2B Mindset & Shakeology
If you’re wondering when you can have Shakeology on the 2B Mindset or you’re looking for Shakeology recipe ideas, this is your resource.
Almond Madness Shakeology
Ilana combines Vegan Chocolate Shakeology with almond milk and almond butter to make a decadent-tasting breakfast shake. It’s so thick and creamy you’ll want to eat it with a spoon like it’s ice cream!
Berries and Yogurt
Simple meets delicious. Pair protein-packed Greek yogurt with fresh mixed berries for a healthy, energizing way to start your day.
Cinnamon Roll Mousse Shakeology
Treat yourself to the sinfully sweet flavor of cinnamon rolls without giving up on your weight-loss goals. Try this palate-pleasing Shakeology recipe as part of your breakfast. It tastes every bit as good as it is good for you!
Banana Egg Pancakes
Ilana’s favorite, family-pleasing weekend recipe. Mix in eggs for your protein and a banana for your FFC, and you have a delicious stack of pancakes that’s a perfect Plate It! breakfast. Creamy Greek yogurt and berries top off this quick, tasty dish.
Breakfast Wrap
This hearty Breakfast Wrap keeps you full and satisfied for hours with a delicious blend of fresh veggies, scrambled eggs, and avocado slices on a tasty whole-grain tortilla. Now you can have your protein, FFCs, and veggies (for extra credit) all wrapped up in a healthy breakfast you can even take on-the-go!
Bunny French Toast
Wake up to an easy, yummy, and healthy way to get your day going—Bunny French Toast. Make these egg-infused, whole-grain sandwich thins flavored with delicious cocoa and vanilla in just 15 minutes. Then, top your toast with fresh berries and cinnamon and enjoy this tantalizing morning treat!
Cheesy Eggs and Toast
This dish tastes like an indulgence—but it’s packed with protein and fiber, and it’s a great opportunity to experiment with different veggies for extra credit. Plus, Ilana shares her tips for finding the best high-fiber bread.
Overnight Carrot Cake Oats
If you love the taste of carrot cake, then you’ll relish a bowl of Overnight Carrot Cake Oats for breakfast. It’s got healthy fiber from rolled oats and just the right amount of protein from Vanilla Shakeology. The best part is it’s so easy to make. Just prepare the oat mixture the night before, soak it overnight, add a few quick finishing touches in the morning, and breakfast is served!
Triple-Boosted Bunny Bananza Shakeology
A super-efficient way to start the day! Water First, Veggies Most, protein, and FFCs, plus three Shakeology Boosts, make a fast and delicious addition to breakfast that will keep you full and satisfied well into your busy day.
Bean Pasta Lo Mein
Craving an Asian-inspired lunch? Try this Bean Pasta Lo Mein recipe for a flavor-packed dish that’ll give your taste buds a treat while keeping your weight-loss goals on-track. Made with a variety of veggies, this delightful dish uses black bean spaghetti for the perfect combination of protein and fiber all in one.
Beet and Apple Kale Chicken Salad
You’ll love the heartiness of the beets combined with the sweetness of the apple in this fresh, healthy kale and chicken salad. Dressed lightly with a savory blend of soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and olive oil, this superfood salad has just the right mix of veggies, protein, and FFCs to keep you feeling full without weighing you down.
Crunchy Tuna Salad Over Sweet and Tangy Slaw
This might be the yummiest tuna salad you’ve ever tried! It’s also a perfect Plate It! lunch, packed with Veggies Most, protein, and FFCs. Ilana combines creamy tuna salad with crunchy coleslaw, tossing in her sweet and tangy Asian vinaigrette, and topping it off with a chopped apple for added crunch!
Egg Avocado Salad Toasts and Israeli Salad
Looking for a light lunch made for hearty appetites? This recipe is the perfect choice. And it’s quick, too. Just accessorize nutritious hard-boiled eggs with creamy avocado and savory seasonings and you’ve got a healthy egg salad that pairs perfectly with whole-grain crackers or bread. Complete this combo with a side of Israeli Salad, a lively mix of cucumber, tomato, lemon juice, and more, and enjoy a delectable meal you won’t soon forget.
Open-Faced Avocado Burger and Turnip Fries
Here’s a nutritious twist on potato fries. Turnip Fries make a tasty, Veggies Most accompaniment for Ilana’s open-faced burger with mashed avocado. It’s a delicious and satisfying lunch you’ll feel really good about eating anytime.
Southwest Chicken Lettuce Wraps
A filling lunch that takes just minutes to make and is so delicious, you’ll want to eat it every day. Combine shredded chicken and black beans along with pico de gallo and avocado, all served in romaine lettuce wraps and topped off with a drizzle of zesty lime-ranch dressing for a very veggie meal!
Tempeh Veggie Bowl
Delightfully fresh and filling with a palate-pleasing mix of textures and tastes, this hearty, barbecue-flavored vegan dish will keep you full and satisfied with plenty of veggies, plant-based protein, and energy-boosting FFCs so you can tackle your day. It’s a veggie lover’s dream that looks as good as it tastes!
Overloaded Baked Sweet Potato
Dig in to this veggie- and protein-packed Overloaded Baked Sweet Potato for lunch and stay full and energized for hours. This easy-to-prep, fiber-filled meal loaded with hearty helpings of lean ground turkey breast, broccoli slaw, sliced mushrooms, and more is so tasty it’ll make lunchtime your favorite time of the day!
Avocado Zucchini Alfredo with Shrimp
Nothing says decadent and delicious like a rich, creamy seafood and noodle dish for dinner. This dish may look the part, but it’s chock-full of healthy goodness like zucchini, avocado, and protein-rich shrimp. So go ahead and indulge knowing your weight-loss goals are 100% on-track.
Brussels Sprouts Hash and Eggs
Want to mix up your menu? Try this breakfast-style Brussels Sprouts Hash and Eggs recipe for dinner. This easy-to-make dish packs your plate with healthy veggies and savory flavors so you can enjoy a comforting, satisfying meal that won’t leave you hungry. You can even add toast or another FFC to make this a Plate It! breakfast!
Coffee-Rubbed Steaks with Roasted Veggies
You’ll definitely savor every bite of this meaty, mouthwatering meal! Rubbed with a robust blend of spices and coffee, these tender, marinated lean beef sirloin steaks have a smoky-spicy flavor that pairs perfectly with a roasted mélange of red bell peppers, onions, carrots, and earthy portobello mushrooms. Dinner and done is now more delicious than ever!
Creamy Caulisotto with Roasted Chicken
Ilana shows you how to whip up a savory serving of caulisotto—risotto made with cauliflower rice. It makes the perfect base to mix and match with roasted chicken, fish, pork, tofu, or whatever protein you like.
Honey Mustard Salmon with Roasted Veggies
If you’re a busy mom, a picky eater, or just not a pro in the kitchen, this is the recipe for you, because it’s so easy. Ilana takes roasted asparagus and juicy baby bell peppers and pairs them with a sweet and savory honey mustard salmon, making this meal burst with flavor in every bite!
Jumbo Burger Salad
For a simple salad with a satisfying side of protein, toss this dish together in 20 minutes tops. It’s a quick-and-tasty way to enjoy a big, beefy burger for dinner and still stay in weight-loss mode!
Roasted Salmon with Maple Dijon Cabbage Rounds
Flavorfully glazed, nutrient-dense, and satisfyingly delicious, this appetizing recipe fills your plate with a healthy serving of protein-rich salmon and hearty, caramelized cabbage to keep your tummy full and your taste buds happy.
Southwestern Spaghetti Squash Black Bean Bowls
Dish up this Southwestern-style vegan bowl for dinner and stay on-track with a Veggies Most mix of spaghetti squash, onion, red bell pepper, and more. Spiced just right with savory seasonings, warm, earthy accents, and a touch of Southwestern zestiness, this filling, fiber-rich dish is a delicious way to be dinner and done!
Turkey Meatballs Over Zoodles Marinara
If you love pasta with marinara sauce, this recipe will satisfy your craving in a meal that’s totally Veggies Most. Ilana whips up a satisfying dinner of zucchini noodles—or zoodles—accessorizing them with savory marinara sauce and juicy turkey meatballs for a comforting dish that’s guaranteed to become a family favorite!
Pesto Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash makes losing weight easy and delicious! Five cups have the calorie equivalent of just one cup of typical spaghetti. Mix it with lemon juice-extended pesto sauce, and you’ll never miss regular pasta again!
Brussels ’N’ Bacon
Turn your next Plate It! dinner into a savory, mouthwatering, Veggies Most treat. This recipe combines crispy turkey bacon with shaved brussels sprouts sautéed to perfection for a comfort-food meal fit for any day of the week. Add two scrambled eggs, and it’s dinner and done!
Cabbage Steaks with Homemade Thousand Island Dressing
Any way you slice it, a cabbage steak can make any meal hearty, filling, and of course, Veggies Most! With Ilana’s lightened-up and perfectly seasoned version of Thousand Island dressing drizzled on top, it’s so scrumptious you’ll forget it’s designed to help you lose weight! Pair with your favorite protein for a simply savory dinner dish.
Cauliflower Fried Rice
Craving Chinese food? How about fried rice without all the empty carb and fat calories? Cauliflower Fried Rice is a decadent, fluffy, savory, tender, delicious recipe—and it makes for a super-healthy 2B Mindset veggie side.
Apple Pie Parfait Bowl
Enjoy a high-fiber, high-protein breakfast made super-easy—Apple Pie Parfait Bowl. This dessert-like breakfast bowl fills you up first thing in the morning with layers of protein-rich Greek yogurt, fiber-filled cereal, sliced apple, and chopped pecans, all drizzled with the sweetness of honey and cinnamon. Whip up this creamy, crunchy meal in five minutes, and get ready to start your day!
Root Veggie Hash With Egg Whites and Turkey Bacon
Cook up this healthy hash for a quick weekday breakfast or a simple weekend brunch and enjoy an energy-and protein-fueled meal that will keep you going for hours. Egg whites, sweet potato, carrots,beets, parsnips, and flavorful turkey bacon make this hash taste heavenly!
Shakshuka Noel
Ready for a hearty breakfast skillet with a healthy veggie twist? Shakshuka Noel is an easy, two-step recipe that cooks seasoned Swiss chard, baby spinach, eggs, and more in a skillet, then bakes it all in the oven for a warm, balanced, and savory meal that’ll satisfy your hunger.
Cranberry Turkey Sweet Potato Sandwich
Put a fun holiday spin on your everyday turkey sandwich with this yummy, veggie-based version. Swap the bread for toasted sweet potato slices as your FFCs, then pile on the flavor with protein-packed turkey breast, good-for-you greens, and tasty toppings. Treat yourself to this delicious, healthy lunch during the holidays or any time of year!
Holiday Endive Boats With Beet, Pear, and Sausage
Whether it’s a holiday lunch or a special occasion, this Holiday Endive Boats with Beet, Pear, andSausage recipe adds a nice touch to your table with a decorative, palate-pleasing dish you’ll love. Chock-full of hearty ingredients, healthy veggies, and complementary flavors, this mouth watering meal is easy to prepare injust 15 minutes.
Sheet Pan Brussels Sprouts, Squash, and Salmon
Pair delicious, oven-baked salmon with seasoned, fork-tender brussels sprouts and butternut squash for the perfect blend of protein, veggies, and FFCs. This simple sheet pan recipe is destined to become one of your lunch time favorites.
Cheesy Cauliflower Soup with Grilled Tofu
If you’re in the mood for a hearty bowl of soup to help keep you full, Cheesy Cauliflower Soup with Grilled Tofu hits all the right notes. Thick, rich, and creamy, this simple-to-make vegan soup packs in lots of fresh vegetables and flavors them with a warm, cheesy deliciousness, thanks to the nutritional yeast. Grilled sliced tofu adds a boost of plant-based protein to give you a healthy, balanced dinner that satisfies.
Sweet And Savory Slow Cooker Turkey
Sweet and Savory Slow Cooker Turkey is just as delicious and satisfying as it sounds—a chunky,hearty stew of chopped turkey breast, fork-tender vegetables, sweet pear, and robust herbs slow cooked to perfection. And it couldn’t be easier to make. Just add the ingredients to the slow cooker, wait a couple of hours, then simply serve and enjoy!
Thanksgiving Turkey & Stuffing Lettuce Wraps
Add a festive flair to leftover turkey breast with this delicious feast you can easily make in under 20 minutes. It’s a Veggies Most twist on turkey with all the trimmings served up on fresh Bibb lettuce with an avocado garnish.
Celery Root Stuffing
Made with a tasty array of veggies and accessories, this healthy plant-based stuffing swaps out bread cubes for chopped celery root and delivers a powerhouse of nutrition and taste to your table in one delicious side dish.
Roasted Cabbage Citrus Slaw
Perk up your taste buds with Roasted Cabbage Citrus Slaw, a colorful veggie side that marries crispy baked cabbage and sweet orange slices for a Veggies Most and FFC combo that’s crunchy, refreshing, and delicious!
Whole Roast Cauliflower "Turkey"
It looks like turkey and tastes delicious! Seasoned with rosemary, garlic, paprika, and more, Whole Roast Cauliflower “Turkey” adds a savory side of Veggies Most to your plate, while giving your meal a meaty appeal.
Zucchini Latkes
Enjoy this versatile veggie side with breakfast, lunch,or dinner—or even as a snack! Thanks to a healthy trio of ingredients—zucchini, potato, and egg—Zucchini Latkes serve up plenty of flavor and nutrients to keep your meals satisfying and well-balanced. Try one with a Greek yogurt garlic dip for some extra zing!
Pumpkin Mousse Wonder Whip
Indulge in a smooth, creamy, pumpkin-flavored treat any time of the year with Pumpkin Mousse Wonder Whip, a protein-rich side or snack you can whip up in just 10 minutes.
Chocolate Candy Cane Bark
Chocolate lovers will love the decadently delicious taste of Chocolate Candy Cane Bark. Rich in antioxidants, this dark chocolate delicacy also keeps the mood festive with refreshing bits of minty candy canes.
Cinnamon Swirl Latte
After dinner or anytime, treat yourself to a Cinnamon Swirl Latte, a creamy, comforting drink that relaxes the mind and soothes the body.
Pumpkin Vanilla Spice Latte
Perfect for special occasions, Pumpkin Vanilla Spice Latte is a one-of-a-kind treat made with all the warm, delicious flavors you love (and it’s vegan, too!)
Berry Cobbler Oats
Mix up your breakfast routine with Berry Cobbler Oats and enjoy a balanced bowl of egg whitesfor your protein and rolled oats for your FFCs. Infused with the flavors of fresh berries, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and the sweetness of pure maple syrup, this scrumptious dish turns breakfast into a yummy treat!
Deconstructed PB&J
This Deconstructed PB&J recipe takes the tastiest parts of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and transforms them into an energy-packed breakfast with healthy ingredients like Greek yogurt, powdered peanut butter, and fresh mixed berries. Whip up this quick dish in just five minutes.
Bok Choy Chinese Chicken Salad
This crisp, delicious Asian-influenced salad tosses together a healthy blend of greens, protein, and FFCs in a whole new way. Citrus-marinated baked chicken sits atop a bed of bok choy, green onions, mandarin oranges, and toasted almonds, all drizzled with a delectably savory-sweet dressing.Thi shealthier alternative to high-calorie restaurant salads is a fresh, filling, and flavorful lunch you’ll love!
Chopped Chicken & Egg Broccoli Apple Slaw
Here’s a healthier way to enjoy creamy coleslaw that’s sure to be your new favorite lunch recipe. Just drizzle homemade Dijon vinaigrette dressing over a balanced blend of broccoli slaw, chicken, apple, redonion, and hard-boiled egg, and in 10 minutes, you’ll have delicious, nutritious slaw made simple!
Crunchy BBQ Chicken Salad With Roasted Chickpeas
Grilled chicken, hearts of palm, and BBQ roasted chickpeas make this salad a real standout with a light, crunchy, nutty flavor you’ll savor. Toss some garden-fresh veggies accessorized with a splash of your favorite vinaigrette dressing into the mix, and you’re good to go!
Curry Chicken Salad
So simple, so elegant, and so delicious! Curry Chicken Salad is a nutritious lunch choice that’s not only pleasing to the eye, it also has plenty of protein and vegetables to keep you full for hours. Chopped apple adds crunch while creamy, tangy, earthy accessories like avocado oil mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and curry powder really make this dish sing. Crisp endive leaves give it the finishing touch.
Hawaiian Pineapple Shrimp
Take your taste buds on a flavorful escape with this sweet-and-savory seafood dish that pops with vibrant colors and mouth watering flavors. Protein-rich shrimp and chunks of sweet pineapple add a tender, juicy texture to the high-fiber, crispy cabbage, while the tasty teriyaki sauce brings it all together intrue Hawaiian style.
Taco Salad
Need a quick salad for lunch? Spice up your plate in 15 minutes with this tasty Taco Salad. It’s goteverything you need to feel full and energized like chopped chicken breast and black beans, plus a fresh mix of veggies with a hint of Southwestern flavor. Bright and tangy lime dressing tops it all off with a light, zesty finish.
Veggie Burger with Celery Root Potato Salad
With one cooked veggie burger patty, some pre made Celery Root “Potato” Salad, and a few extra ingredients, you can throw together a hearty burger and “potato” salad lunch in no time—and still stay on-track with all your healthy-eating goals with this fun picnic-style lunch.
Jamaican Coconut Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice
Who needs a high-calorie restaurant meal when you can make a healthy and delicious dinner at home in about 30 minutes? Indulge in this exotic, satisfying dish sprinkled with coconut-infused seasoned shrimp, green onions, and bell pepper on a bed of fluffy cauliflower rice and enjoy all the veggies, protein, and mouth watering flavors you want—without all the sugar, salt, and extra calories you don’t.
Lemon Basil Chicken with Celery Root Salad
Turn any week night meal into dinner and done (and delicious!) with this Lemon Basil Chicken with Celery Root “Potato” Salad recipe. Hot, juicy, tender marinated chicken breasts topped with cooked, seasoned onions marry well with the cool crispness of Celery Root “Potato” Salad for a hunger-busting, protein-and veggie-packed combo your whole family will enjoy.
Smoky Spiced Roasted Cauliflower with Tofu
Smoky flavors and roasted textures make this dish an easy pick any night of the week. Fiber-filled cauliflower and good-for-you tofu come alive in this savory mix of veggies, plant-based protein, and bold, flavorful seasonings. Simple and delicious, this vegan dish will keep you full, healthy, and satisfied.
Taco Filled Zucchini Boats
Give Taco Tuesdays a healthy twist with Taco Filled Zucchini Boats. You’ll have a boat load of foodto eat for dinner and all the veggies and protein you need for weight loss. This cheesy meat-and-veggie mixture is seasoned to please then baked in zucchini boats and topped with fresh salsa, green onions, and cilantro. It’s dinner and done—and a whole lot of fun!
Celery Root Potato Salad
For a low-carb take on traditional potato salad, try this cool, crisp celery root version for a very veggie side that does not disappoint. Pairs perfectly with Ilana’s veggie burger or lemon basil chicken recipe.
Shaved Fennel Salad
Lighten up your next lunch or dinner with a simple yet elegant Shaved Fennel Salad. Bright and lively with a hint of mint and a subtle licorice flavor, this veggie side complements any meal with a delightful crunch.
Coco Loco Wonder Whip
Here’s a treat that can’t be beat—Coco-Loco Wonder Whip! Packed with protein from Greek yogurt and loaded with flavor from coconut, cacao nibs, and cocoa powder, this fun little treat makes the perfect snack or after-dinner dessert.
FAQ
Still have questions about the 2B Mindset? Here’s where you’ll find answers from Ilana and the BODi team of experts.
2B Mindset & Exercise
Whether you’re an exercise enthusiast or new to exercise and would love to add it your daily routine, here’s where you’ll find 2B Mindset modifications that can be tailored to your workout.
2B Mindset & Shakeology
If you’re wondering when you can have Shakeology on the 2B Mindset or you’re looking for Shakeology recipe ideas, this is your resource.
2B Mindset & Pregnancy
If you’re pregnant and want to stick with the 2B Mindset, this resource provides guidelines and modifications for expectant mothers (with your doctor’s approval, of course!).