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      💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

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      Roasted Veggie Tostadas
      Mediterranean
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      793

      Roasted Veggie Tostadas

      with Tomato-Avocado Salsa

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      VeggieProtein SmartFiber SmartLow Sugar+2
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·98g carbs·33g fat
      Balsamic Onion Burgers
      American
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      720

      Balsamic Onion Burgers

      with Crispy Cauliflower Oven Fries

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:34g protein·58g carbs·39g fat
      Pescado Veracruz with Olive Ragout, Burst Tomatoes, and Basmati Rice
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      467

      Pescado Veracruz with Olive Ragout, Burst Tomatoes, and Basmati Rice

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Gluten-freeProtein SmartCalorie SmartLow Sugar+1
      🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·49g carbs·12g fat
      Shrimp Pasta With a Kick
      Italian
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      710

      Shrimp Pasta With a Kick

      with Garlic Herb Butter and Zucchini

      Easy
      0
      20m total
      Protein SmartLow SugarMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:43g protein·74g carbs·29g fat
      Chicken Rustica
      American
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      580

      Chicken Rustica

      with White Beans & Kale

      Easy
      5m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+1
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·54g carbs·17g fat
      Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers with Garlic Green Beans and Spiced Sweet Potato Fries
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      667

      Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers with Garlic Green Beans and Spiced Sweet Potato Fries

      Medium
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow Sodium
      🍽️Nutrients:46g protein·77g carbs·21g fat
      Peppercorn Steak
      American
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      570

      Peppercorn Steak

      with Baby Potatoes & Creamed Spinach

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Gluten-freeProtein SmartFiber SmartLow Sugar+3
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·42g carbs·27g fat
      Honey Sesame Chicken Tenders
      American
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      660

      Honey Sesame Chicken Tenders

      with Broccoli over Jasmine Rice

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Gluten-freeProtein SmartLow Sodium
      🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·91g carbs·14g fat
      Rapid Crispy Shrimp Tacos
      American
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      679

      Rapid Crispy Shrimp Tacos

      with Crunchy Red Cabbage Slaw

      Easy
      0
      20m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartRapidEat First
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·63g carbs·31g fat
      BBQ Baby Back Ribs
      American
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      1660

      BBQ Baby Back Ribs

      with Corn Salad & Pillsbury™️ Southern Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuit Bombs

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:61g protein·130g carbs·101g fat
      Beefed-Up Bolognese
      American
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      810

      Beefed-Up Bolognese

      with Poblano Peppers and Thyme

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly+1
      🍽️Nutrients:42g protein·93g carbs·31g fat
      Stovetop Shells and Cheddar with Crispy Breadcrumbs and Roasted Carrots
      American
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      758

      Stovetop Shells and Cheddar with Crispy Breadcrumbs and Roasted Carrots

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·71g carbs·40g fat
      One-Pot Bean, Poblano & Turkey Soup
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      830

      One-Pot Bean, Poblano & Turkey Soup

      with Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Monterey Jack & Lime Sour Cream

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Cleanup+1
      🍽️Nutrients:49g protein·74g carbs·37g fat
      Argentinian-Style Cod
      American
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      576

      Argentinian-Style Cod

      with Almond Herb Chimichurri

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarLow Sodium+3
      🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·52g carbs·23g fat
      Chicken Paillard
      American
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      527

      Chicken Paillard

      with Mustard Potato and Green Bean Salad

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Gluten-freeProtein SmartCalorie SmartFiber Smart+3
      🍽️Nutrients:46g protein·40g carbs·21g fat
      Braised Chicken Thighs
      American
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      595

      Braised Chicken Thighs

      with French Couscous and Green Beans

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumDietitian Win
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·61g carbs·19g fat
      Glazed Teriyaki Chicken
      Asian
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      676

      Glazed Teriyaki Chicken

      with Bok Choy and Coconut Rice

      Easy
      0
      25m total
      Protein Smart
      🍽️Nutrients:52g protein·72g carbs·20g fat
      Spiced Dijon Salmon
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      730

      Spiced Dijon Salmon

      with Apple Arugula Salad and Couscous

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly+1
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·57g carbs·40g fat
      Spicy Peruvian Chicken and Cauliflower Rice
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      490

      Spicy Peruvian Chicken and Cauliflower Rice

      with Pickled Jalapeño & Creamy Salsa Verde

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      KetoProtein SmartCalorie SmartCarb Smart+4
      🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·25g carbs·28g fat
      Tilapia with Scallion Sriracha Pesto
      Asian
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      690

      Tilapia with Scallion Sriracha Pesto

      over Ginger Jasmine Rice with Green Beans

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarLow Sodium+1
      🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·56g carbs·36g fat
      Shawarma Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
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      920

      Shawarma Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

      with Chickpeas, Israeli Salad, Pistachios & Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce

      Easy
      5m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·105g carbs·35g fat
      One-Pan Chicken Tortelloni Bake
      Italian
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      920

      One-Pan Chicken Tortelloni Bake

      with a Crispy Parmesan Panko Topping

      Easy
      5m prep
      25m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuick
      🍽️Nutrients:51g protein·71g carbs·48g fat
      One-Pot Beefy Taco Soup
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      840

      One-Pot Beefy Taco Soup

      with Black Beans, Mexican Cheese Blend & Sour Cream

      Easy
      5m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep+1
      🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·56g carbs·47g 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
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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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