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      💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

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      Chicken, Zucchini & Sun-Dried Tomato Risotto
      Italian
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      880

      Chicken, Zucchini & Sun-Dried Tomato Risotto

      with Grape Tomatoes & Parmesan

      Medium
      15m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·97g carbs·34g fat
      BBQ Beef & Cheddar Pot Pie
      American
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      900

      BBQ Beef & Cheddar Pot Pie

      with Pillsbury™️ Original Crescent Rolls

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyNew
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·61g carbs·55g fat
      Cheesy Chicken & Poblano Tostadas
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      830

      Cheesy Chicken & Poblano Tostadas

      with Pico de Gallo & Smoky Red Pepper Crema

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:42g protein·73g carbs·44g fat
      David Burtka’s Herb-Roasted Chicken Legs
      American
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      920

      David Burtka’s Herb-Roasted Chicken Legs

      with Brown Butter Veggies & Rice

      Hard
      15m prep
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·67g carbs·52g fat
      Lone Star Beef & Pepper Mac & Cheese
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      1470

      Lone Star Beef & Pepper Mac & Cheese

      with a Crispy Panko Topping

      Easy
      5m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
      🍽️Nutrients:56g protein·96g carbs·93g fat
      Salmon Limone
      Italian
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      730

      Salmon Limone

      with Couscous, Italian Herbs, and a Zucchini Ribbon Salad

      Easy
      0
      20m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·44g carbs·46g fat
      Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Bake
      American
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      510

      Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Bake

      with Bell Peppers and Monterey Jack Cheese

      Easy
      0
      45m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartLow Sugar
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·33g carbs·21g fat
      Southwest Chicken Sausage and Rice Skillet
      American
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      720

      Southwest Chicken Sausage and Rice Skillet

      with Salsa Fresca and Lime Crema

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·65g carbs·43g fat
      Crab Cakes over Risotto Fra Diavolo
      American
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      1010

      Crab Cakes over Risotto Fra Diavolo

      with Lemon Chili Butter and Spring Mix Salad

      Easy
      0
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:34g protein·93g carbs·58g fat
      Barramundi over Corn & Poblano Hash
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      640

      Barramundi over Corn & Poblano Hash

      with Salsa Fresca & Lime Crema

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartFiber SmartLow Sodium+1
      🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·67g carbs·26g fat
      Quick Beef Ragu Spaghetti
      American
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      810

      Quick Beef Ragu Spaghetti

      with Zucchini and Italian Seasoning

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·93g carbs·30g fat
      Turkey Rigatoni Rosa
      Italian
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      880

      Turkey Rigatoni Rosa

      with Cream Cheese, Zucchini & Parm

      Easy
      5m prep
      20m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuickEasy Prep
      🍽️Nutrients:48g protein·77g carbs·41g fat
      Bulgogi Chicken Tacos
      Korean
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      590

      Bulgogi Chicken Tacos

      with Pickled Cucumbers and Sriracha Crema

      Easy
      0
      20m total
      Protein Smart
      🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·78g carbs·23g fat
      Italian Noodle Soup
      Italian
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      650

      Italian Noodle Soup

      with Chicken Sausage, Fusilli Pasta, and Parmesan Toasts

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarSpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·71g carbs·31g fat
      Truffle and Herb-Crusted New York Strip Steak
      American
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      850

      Truffle and Herb-Crusted New York Strip Steak

      with Asparagus and Truffle Oven Fries

      Easy
      0
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·76g carbs·43g fat
      Sesame Shrimp
      American
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      550

      Sesame Shrimp

      with Ginger Scallion Rice and Crispy Green Beans

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartFiber SmartLow Sugar+1
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·75g carbs·12g fat
      One-Pan Cheesy Chicken Tacos
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      1010

      One-Pan Cheesy Chicken Tacos

      with Black Beans, Green Pepper & Smoky Red Pepper Crema

      Easy
      5m prep
      15m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuick+2
      🍽️Nutrients:62g protein·85g carbs·41g fat
      Peppercorn Dijon Chicken
      American
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      910

      Peppercorn Dijon Chicken

      with Sweet Potato Rounds & Kale-Apple Salad

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:43g protein·78g carbs·48g fat
      One-Pan Beef, Black Bean ’n’ Rice Skillet
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      850

      One-Pan Beef, Black Bean ’n’ Rice Skillet

      with Mexican Spice Crema & Cilantro

      Medium
      5m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly+1
      🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·76g carbs·40g fat
      Seared Sesame Tuna over Rice
      Asian
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      587

      Seared Sesame Tuna over Rice

      with Ginger Aioli and Arugula Radish Salad

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Gluten-freeProtein SmartLow SugarLow Sodium
      🍽️Nutrients:50g protein·45g carbs·24g fat
      Juicy Lucy Burger
      American
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      980

      Juicy Lucy Burger

      with Tomato Onion Jam and Sweet Potato Wedges

      Easy
      0
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·74g carbs·56g fat
      Salsa Verde Beef Enchiladas
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      1140

      Salsa Verde Beef Enchiladas

      with Green Pepper, Black Beans & Monterey Jack

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·89g carbs·62g fat
      Chicken & Artichoke Cassoulet
      French
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      734

      Chicken & Artichoke Cassoulet

      with Herbed Breadcrumbs & Mozzarella

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarLow Sodium+1
      🍽️Nutrients:59g protein·61g carbs·33g fat
      Firecracker Meatballs
      Asian
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      870

      Firecracker Meatballs

      with Roasted Carrots & Jasmine Rice

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·73g carbs·48g fat
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      What are good sources of protein for lunch?
      Chicken, beans, and legumes are excellent protein sources for lunch.
      Why is protein important for lunch?
      Protein helps keep you full and focused throughout the day.

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