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      💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

      Power your day with protein-packed lunch recipes. Quick and nutritious meals.

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      Beef & Poblano Tacos
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      830

      Beef & Poblano Tacos

      with Kiwi Salsa & Lime Crema

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyOne Pan
      🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·79g carbs·43g fat
      One-Pot Beef Cauliflower & Bean Soup
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      920

      One-Pot Beef Cauliflower & Bean Soup

      with Cilantro & Blue Corn Tortilla Chips

      Easy
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Cleanup+1
      🍽️Nutrients:42g protein·86g carbs·45g fat
      Pecan-Crusted Salmon
      American
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      780

      Pecan-Crusted Salmon

      with Honey Mustard Sauce & Lemony Apple Salad

      Easy
      5m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartCarb SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly+1
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·34g carbs·57g fat
      Cranberry, Chicken & Kale Salad
      American
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      490

      Cranberry, Chicken & Kale Salad

      with Carrots & Greek Vinaigrette

      Easy
      0
      10m total
      KetoProtein SmartCalorie SmartCarb Smart+3
      🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·21g carbs·32g fat
      Sweet ’n’ Spicy Apricot Chicken
      Asian
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      450

      Sweet ’n’ Spicy Apricot Chicken

      with Green Beans & Garlic Cauliflower Rice

      Easy
      5m prep
      25m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+2
      🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·27g 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
      Chicken, Zucchini & Tomato Flatbreads
      Italian
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      700

      Chicken, Zucchini & Tomato Flatbreads

      with Lemon Ricotta, Fresh Herbs, Honey & Chili Flakes

      Easy
      10m prep
      25m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:43g protein·74g carbs·31g fat
      BBQ Meatloaves with Shingled Potatoes
      American
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      810

      BBQ Meatloaves with Shingled Potatoes

      plus Roasted Green Beans & Scallion Crema

      Easy
      5m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
      🍽️Nutrients:31g protein·60g carbs·49g fat
      Bravo Balsamic Chicken
      American
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      520

      Bravo Balsamic Chicken

      with Roasted Green Beans & Herby Potatoes

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+2
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·46g carbs·21g 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
      Chicken, Black Bean & Poblano Flautas
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      1140

      Chicken, Black Bean & Poblano Flautas

      with Guacamole, Tomatoes & Sour Cream

      Medium
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:55g protein·105g carbs·57g fat
      Southwest-Spiced Steak
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      670

      Southwest-Spiced Steak

      with a Sweet Potato and Poblano Jumble

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartSpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:31g protein·52g carbs·38g fat
      Crunchy Italian Sheet-Pan Chicken
      Italian
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      700

      Crunchy Italian Sheet-Pan Chicken

      2x the delicious portions!

      Easy
      15m prep
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarLow Sodium+2
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·49g carbs·36g fat
      One-Pot Organic Beef & Black Bean Chili
      American
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      1150

      One-Pot Organic Beef & Black Bean Chili

      with Vegan Spicy Crema & Tortilla Chips

      Easy
      5m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep+4
      🍽️Nutrients:53g protein·118g carbs·49g fat
      Steak with Creamy Thyme Sauce
      American
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      550

      Steak with Creamy Thyme Sauce

      plus Roasted Potatoes & Carrots

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·47g carbs·27g fat
      Backyard Grill Bourbon Steak
      American
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      790

      Backyard Grill Bourbon Steak

      plus Chive Butter, Tomato Panzanella & Grilled Zucchini

      Medium
      5m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartCarb SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·36g carbs·51g fat
      Rosemary-Crusted Chicken Thighs
      American
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      770

      Rosemary-Crusted Chicken Thighs

      with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Burst Tomatoes

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·53g carbs·25g 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
      Sweet & Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry
      Asian
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      590

      Sweet & Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry

      with Lime, Green Beans & Jasmine Rice

      Easy
      5m prep
      20m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartEasy PrepEasy Cleanup+1
      🍽️Nutrients:33g protein·82g carbs·16g fat
      Turkish-Spiced Steak & Chickpea Bowls
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      1110

      Turkish-Spiced Steak & Chickpea Bowls

      with Pistachio Basmati Rice & Lemon-Herb Hummus Sauce

      Medium
      15m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:46g protein·106g carbs·55g fat
      Family-Style Chicken & Spinach Pasta Bake
      Italian
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      760

      Family-Style Chicken & Spinach Pasta Bake

      2x the delicious servings!

      Hard
      25m prep
      50m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyMulti-PortionNew
      🍽️Nutrients:51g protein·76g carbs·28g fat
      Chicken Sausage, Garlic & Zucchini Flatbreads
      Italian
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      860

      Chicken Sausage, Garlic & Zucchini Flatbreads

      with White Sauce, Mozzarella & Grape Tomatoes

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·68g carbs·45g fat
      Tuscan Chicken with Balsamic Tomato Sauce
      Italian
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      640

      Tuscan Chicken with Balsamic Tomato Sauce

      with Mashed Cannellini Beans & Roasted Green Beans

      Easy
      5m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart
      🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·51g carbs·28g fat
      Hibachi-Style Chicken-Mushroom Stir-Fry
      Asian
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      1130

      Hibachi-Style Chicken-Mushroom Stir-Fry

      with Fried Rice & Yum Yum Sauce

      Medium
      15m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·101g carbs·62g 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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