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💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

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Beefy Taco Casserole

with Mixed Green Salad

Easy
0
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumDietitian Win+2
🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·40g carbs·33g fat

Cranberry Chicken & Herby Pan Stuffing

with Roasted Carrots

Medium
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·71g carbs·37g fat

Beef Tenderloin in a Mushroom Sauce

served over Truffled Risotto

Medium
0
35m total
Protein SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:43g protein·64g carbs·43g fat

Beef Burrito Night

with Refried Beans, Queso Fresco, Peppers, and Onion

Easy
0
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarSpicy
🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·62g carbs·32g fat

Balsamic-Glazed Steak Tagliata

Elevated Dinners, Impressively Easy

Easy
0
15m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartQuick+1
🍽️Nutrients:34g protein·40g carbs·36g fat

Apricot Chicken with Warm Spinach Salad

plus Butternut Squash, Maple Dijon Dressing & Green Beans

Medium
5m prep
35m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+4
🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·40g carbs·23g fat

Argentine-Spiced Steak

with Couscous Salad & Cilantro-Scallion Chimichurri

Easy
0
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarLow Sodium+1
🍽️Nutrients:50g protein·64g carbs·30g fat

Turkey Pomodoro Penne Bake

with Zucchini, Mozzarella & Herbed Ricotta

Medium
10m prep
45m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:50g protein·92g carbs·48g fat

Spaghetti & Chicken Sausage & Brussels

sprinkled with Toasted Panko & Scallions

Medium
10m prep
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·96g carbs·56g fat

Turkey Flautas Supreme

with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema

Easy
5m prep
30m total
Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyLightning Prep
🍽️Nutrients:43g protein·71g carbs·46g fat

Oven-Baked Parmesan Chicken

with Roasted Broccoli & Garlic Bread (trays included)

Easy
5m prep
25m total
Protein SmartLow SugarEasy PrepEasy Cleanup
🍽️Nutrients:43g protein·50g carbs·32g fat

Honey Miso Chicken & ’Shroom Jumble

over Lime Rice with Sweet Potatoes, Zucchini & Creamy Chili Sauce

Medium
15m prep
45m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·114g carbs·49g fat

Cheesy Smothered Mushroom Chicken

with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Asparagus

Medium
10m prep
40m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+3
🍽️Nutrients:43g protein·40g carbs·33g fat

Ginger Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Bowls

with Spicy Smashed Cucumbers & Peanuts

Easy
5m prep
20m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartFiber SmartQuick+1
🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·36g carbs·23g fat

Chicken Sausage & Spinach Ricotta Ravioli

with Tomato & Lemon

Easy
5m prep
20m total
Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuickEasy Prep+1
🍽️Nutrients:75g protein·53g carbs·49g fat

Broccoli-Kale Caesar with Chicken

plus Garlic Bread & Parmesan

Easy
5m prep
20m total
KetoProtein SmartCarb SmartLow Sugar+4
🍽️Nutrients:72g protein·29g carbs·40g fat

Chicken Flautas Supreme

with Chicken Thighs, Pico de Gallo & Smoky Red Pepper

Easy
5m prep
30m total
Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuickEasy Prep
🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·53g carbs·43g fat

Crab Cakes with Tarragon Aioli

over Garlic Herb Risotto with Lemony Zucchini Ribbons

Medium
0
55m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:33g protein·96g carbs·74g fat

Tex-Mex Taco Burgers

with Guacamole & a Side of Tortilla Chips

Easy
5m prep
20m total
Protein SmartLow SugarMass Gain FriendlyQuick+1
🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·46g carbs·44g fat

Paprika Chicken in a Lemony Sauce

with Pistachio Rice & Roasted Carrots

Medium
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·81g carbs·25g fat

Tacos with Sole

Featuring an Avocado Crema and Crispy Cabbage Slaw

Easy
0
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly+3
🍽️Nutrients:42g protein·60g carbs·39g fat

Thai Beef Satay

with Crispy Broccoli, Peanut Sauce, and Jasmine Rice

Easy
0
30m total
Gluten-freeProtein SmartFiber SmartLow Sodium
🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·64g carbs·28g fat

Mozzarella & Herb Chicken

with Roasted Asparagus & Buttery Couscous

Easy
5m prep
30m total
Protein SmartLow SugarLow SodiumEasy Prep
🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·45g carbs·35g fat

Yucatan Citrus Turkey Bowls

with Cauliflower Rice, Smoky Red Pepper Crema & Pickled Onion

Easy
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+1
🍽️Nutrients:33g protein·36g carbs·33g 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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