Frozen Veggies to the Rescue

How Frozen Veggies Became My Secret Weapon to Survive the Busy Week

If you’re neurodivergent, you know the workweek can get overwhelming fast. Managing daily tasks that others might find easy can quickly drain your energy, and burnout can sneak up before you even realise it.

Eating regular, balanced meals often falls by the wayside when your brain is running at full speed. Forgetting to eat or putting off cooking happens way more than I’d like, which only makes everything harder.

Recently, I discovered a simple but game-changing hack: keeping frozen vegetables stocked in my freezer.

Why Frozen Veggies?

For years, I thought fresh was the only way to go. But it turns out frozen vegetables can be just as nutritious - sometimes even more so! Here in New Zealand and Australia, where fresh produce prices and availability can fluctuate, frozen veggies offer a reliable, affordable, and convenient option.

Freezing locks in the vitamins and minerals right after harvest, so you’re not losing nutrients sitting on shelves or in your fridge. Plus, they’re pre-washed and pre-cut, which means less chopping, less mess, and less mental load.

Why This Matters When You’re Neurodivergent

When energy levels fluctuate or executive function gets tricky, spending ages prepping meals can feel impossible. Burnout hits hard, and the last thing you want after a long day is a complicated kitchen session.

Frozen veggies let you come home, throw some in a pan or microwave, and have a healthy side ready in minutes. No midweek supermarket trips, no food waste worries, and no long clean-ups when all I want is to relax.

Real Talk: Sometimes I Forget to Eat

I’m not alone in letting the day get away from me without a proper meal. Having frozen veggies on hand means I can whip up a quick stir-fry or add them to pasta or rice easily - a little safety net for those foggy, busy days.

Saving Time and Money

In New Zealand and Australia, fresh veggies can sometimes be pricey, especially if you’re shopping on a budget or in regional areas with less variety. Frozen veggies are often cheaper per kilo and last for months, so no worries about throwing food away.

Less chopping means more time for rest, hobbies, or whatever else you need to recharge. Happy cooking.

Unplaced Team,