6 Pre-fast Menus for Tisha B'Av
Fasting is no easy task, even less so at the height of the summer. My physical preparations for the fast involve a 48-hour hydration binge in which my water bottle never leaves my side. As for food, during those 48-hours I try to increase my intake of fruits and vegetables that are high in water.
I save my fish, egg or dairy intake for erev Tisha B'Av, the day before the fast, in order to prevent bloating and increase my overall nutrient intake. Below are six menus-- dairy, fish, and vegan-- to help you plan out your pre-fast meal.
MENU 1 - DAIRY:
Pasta Roulade with Ricotta and Spinach
Dipped Strawberries or Chocolate Bread Pudding
MENU 2 - DAIRY:
Strawberry Salad with Goat Cheese and Pecans
Pappardelle Pasta with Sundried Tomato Cream Sauce
MENU 2 - FISH
Sole Amandine with Potatoes and Green Beans
MENU 4 - FISH
Pecan Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon
MENU 5 - VEGAN
Homemade Laffa with Za'atar and Hummus
MENU 6 - VEGAN
Sweet Daikon Salad with Sesame Citrus Dressing
Linguini Grilled Summer Vegetable Salad
Check out more Tisha B'Av pre- and post-fast ideas here.
