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💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

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Mediterranean Chicken Dinner

With a Chicken Wrap for Lunch

Easy
0
45m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·64g carbs·34g fat

Seared Steak & Charred Nectarine Salad

with Feta, Pecans, and Basil

Easy
0
30m total
Gluten-freeKetoProtein SmartCarb Smart+3
🍽️Nutrients:46g protein·24g carbs·42g fat

One-Pot Thai Coconut Curry Turkey Soup

with Sweet Potato, Cauliflower Rice & Bell Pepper

Easy
10m prep
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartEasy Cleanup
🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·62g carbs·34g fat

Spicy Kung Pao–Style Chicken

with Chicken Thighs, Bell Pepper, Peanuts & Jasmine Rice

Medium
5m prep
30m total
Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy PrepSpicy
🍽️Nutrients:65g protein·95g carbs·22g fat

So Delizioso Chicken Cutlets

with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes and Tomato Zucchini Jumble

Easy
0
45m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·58g carbs·42g fat

Mexican Chicken and Rice Bowl for Dinner

with a Burrito for Lunch

Easy
0
45m total
Protein SmartLow SugarLow SodiumSpicy
🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·58g carbs·35g fat

Roasted Zucchini, Onion & Chicken Torta

with Guacamole & Roasted Potato Wedges

Hard
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:52g protein·125g carbs·45g fat

Chicken & Spinach Salad

with Cheesy Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes

Easy
0
30m total
KetoProtein SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+3
🍽️Nutrients:64g protein·23g carbs·30g fat

One-Pot Beef Orzotto

with Cheesy Breadcrumbs

Easy
0
40m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:42g protein·92g carbs·48g fat

Smoky Sloppy Joes

with Pickled Red Onion, Shredded Carrot Salad, and Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette

Easy
0
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:38g protein·79g carbs·39g fat

Garlicky Steak Bowls with Tomato-Cuke Salad

plus Israeli Couscous, Dill Crema & Pita Wedges

Easy
5m prep
20m total
Protein SmartLow SugarQuickEasy Prep+1
🍽️Nutrients:38g protein·74g carbs·19g fat

Chicken Sausage Meatball Dinner

with Meatball Minestrone for Lunch

Easy
0
50m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartSpicy
🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·64g carbs·43g fat

Mexican Turkey & Rice Bowls

with Salsa Fresca & Lime Sour Cream

Easy
5m prep
20m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuick+2
🍽️Nutrients:33g protein·57g carbs·43g fat

Ricotta Tomato Ravioli & Chicken Sausage

with Toasted Panko, Lemony Zucchini & Parsley

Easy
5m prep
20m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuick+2
🍽️Nutrients:49g protein·65g carbs·48g fat

Creamy Dijon Roasted Chicken Thighs

2x the delicious portions!

Medium
10m prep
50m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+2
🍽️Nutrients:38g protein·43g carbs·26g fat

Lombardy-Style Shrimp & Spinach Risotto

with Lemon & Parmesan

Medium
5m prep
35m total
Protein SmartLow SugarMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep+1
🍽️Nutrients:34g protein·80g carbs·32g fat

Sriracha Cha-Cha Chicken

with Hoisin, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Broccoli

Easy
0
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumDietitian Win+1
🍽️Nutrients:42g protein·62g carbs·20g fat

Chicken Under a Zucchini Blanket

with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

Easy
0
30m total
Gluten-freeProtein SmartCalorie SmartFiber Smart+2
🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·43g carbs·20g fat

Chicken Cutlets with Scallion Sriracha Pesto

over Cilantro Rice with Ginger Soy Carrots

Easy
0
20m total
Protein SmartLow SugarSpicy
🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·58g carbs·34g fat

Shrimp Po'Boys

with Remoulade and Creole Wedge Salad

Easy
0
25m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartFiber SmartLow Sugar+3
🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·68g carbs·16g fat

Pan-Seared Wild Sockeye Salmon

with Herbed Creme Fraiche, Green Beans Amandine, and Silky Mashed Potatoes

Easy
0
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·47g carbs·48g fat

Oven-Ready Soy-Glazed Chicken

with Broccoli & Buttery Rice (trays included)

Easy
0
40m total
Protein SmartCalorie Smart
🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·66g carbs·16g fat

Chicken Pineapple Quesadillas

with Pico de Gallo and Southwestern Spices

Easy
0
30m total
Protein SmartSpicy
🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·53g carbs·32g fat

Trinidadian-Style Curry Chicken

with Chickpeas & Rice

Hard
10m prep
50m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyNew
🍽️Nutrients:74g protein·126g carbs·74g fat

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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