Simple Ways to Start Eating More Flexitarian Meals With PB2

Diet trends come and go, but flexitarian eating has serious staying power—and in 2026, it's still one of the most popular ways to eat. The reason is right there in the name: flexibility! A flexitarian is someone who follows a primarily plant-based diet but occasionally eats meat or fish. That means you get many of the benefits of plant-based eating without the rigidity of stricter approaches like vegetarianism or veganism. Craving salmon at your favorite restaurant? Go for it. Burgers at the family cookout? No rules broken here!

The perks go beyond flexibility, too. Eating more fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains, nuts, and seeds is associated with improved health outcomes, including lower risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Plant-forward eating is often friendlier on your wallet (a $1.50 can of beans delivers two servings of protein!) and on the planet, requiring fewer natural resources than diets heavy in animal products. As a plant-based, protein-packed pantry staple, PB2 makes flexitarian eating extra easy—and delicious. With 4 to 6 grams of plant-based protein per serving and that classic nut butter flavor, PB2 slides seamlessly into breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks. 

Ready to eat more plants without overhauling your entire life? 

The best way to go flexitarian isn't a dramatic overnight change—it's one small habit at a time. Try experimenting with one of the recipes in this roundup each week, adding a serving of fruit to every breakfast, or checking out a new vegetable each grocery trip. Practice these habits until they feel natural, then stack on another and expand. Maybe you can commit to eating fully plant-based two days a week and then flex for the rest of the week as needed? Slowly, but surely, expand the number of plant-based days each week until all those small shifts add up to a full plant-forward lifestyle that doesn't feel like work.

As the first meal of the day, breakfast is one of the easiest places to lean plant-based, and PB2 takes all the guesswork out of it! Swap buttered toast for Elevated Peanut Butter Banana Toast made with PB2 Spread, or blend up a Peanut Butter Energy Smoothie loaded with fruit and PB2 Original. Peanut Butter Chia Pudding made with PB2 Organic preps well the night before for busy mornings, while a Breakfast Banana Split with PB2 Original makes eating a full fruit serving taste like dessert. Even a classic Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich can get an extra plant-based protein boost, but with 90% less fat and 70% fewer calories per serving when PB2 replaces traditional peanut butter.

As you start to incorporate one or two plant-based dinners each week, let these recipes do the heavy lifting. Tofu and Veggie Stir-Fry with Peanut Butter Sauce made with PB2 Original is a takeout-worthy way to experiment with plant proteins— and let Spicy Peanut Ramen Stir-Fry bring some bold flavor to any meat-free night. Thai Peanut Noodle Salad with PB2 Crunchy works for lunch or dinner, and Maple Roasted Veggies with PB2 Pure might convert even the most committed carnivore to team vegetable. For sides and lighter meals, a baked Sweet Potato with PB2 Crunchy hits the sweet-savory spot. And for those "occasionally" days? Tuscan White Bean Soup with PB2 Original is flexitarian eating in a bowl—mostly beans, veggies, and greens, all finished off with a sprinkle of optional bacon.

The flexitarian diet keeps trending because it works with real life, not against it. Eat more plants, enjoy meat when you want it, and let PB2 keep every meal protein-forward and full of flavor. Easy recipes, small habits, big benefits—that's a trend worth sticking with!

	Sweet Potato with PB2 Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter A baked sweet potato topped with PB2 Crunchy proves plant-based eating can be equal parts simple and sweet! It works as a side, a snack, or a wholesome dessert all on its own.
	Thai Peanut Noodle Salad Chewy noodles, crisp veggies, and a PB2 Crunchy dressing make this salad anything but boring. Serve it cold for lunch or dinner as is — or on flex days, add in some shredded rotisserie chicken. Either way is exceptional!
	Banana Sandwich A plant-based snack that comes together in under five minutes? It’s possible with this easy recipe! Banana slices stand in for bread in these poppable little bites filled with PB2 Crunchy.
	Tofu and Veggie Stir-Fry with Peanut Butter Sauce Tofu and colorful veggies get coated in a glossy PB2 Original peanut sauce in this cravable stir-fry. Serve it with rice, noodles, or just as its own dish whenever you need a simple yet satisfying meal.
	Peanut Butter Chia Pudding Fiber-rich chia seeds and PB2 Organic transform into a thick, creamy pudding—all while you sleep! Wake up to a plant-based breakfast that's 100% ready whenever you are.
	Peanut Butter Energy Smoothie We’re going bananas over this recipe, made with the perfect combination of coffee, bananas, and PB2. Tasty, full of delicious protein-rich ingredients, and all you need to do is throw everything into a blender.
	Breakfast Banana Split Yes, you can have a banana split for breakfast—this one swaps ice cream for yogurt and adds a drizzle of PB2 Original. Getting your morning servings of fruit and protein has never been this fun.
	Elevated Peanut Butter Banana Toast PB2 Spread takes banana toast from basic to brag-worthy with rich peanut flavor and less fat than traditional peanut butter—a worthy nutritional update to a classic favorite if you ask us!
	Spicy Peanut Ramen Stir-Fry Instant ramen glows up fast in this quick stir-fry coated in a spicy PB2 Original peanut sauce—bold, saucy, and completely meat-free.
	Maple Roasted Veggies Roasted until golden and tender, a mix of your favorite vegetables gets coated in a lightly sweet maple glaze made even better with PB2 Pure. We love the subtle nutty depth and the way the glaze gets caramelized, without adding heaviness or excess fat.
	Tuscan White Bean Soup Creamy white beans, hearty greens, and a touch of bacon make this soup the definition of flexitarian—mostly plants, a little meat that can be easily omitted, and PB2 Original adding unexpected richness to every spoonful.
	Classic Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich This lunchbox legend goes even more plant-forward with PB2 Original as the source of all that nostalgic flavor, but with 90% less fat. Some classics really do get better with time.