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      💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

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

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      Thai Ginger Beef Curry
      Asian
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      990

      Thai Ginger Beef Curry

      with Creamy Coconut Veggies, Peanuts & Lime Rice

      Medium
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:34g protein·78g carbs·60g fat
      Crispy Parmesan Chicken
      American
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      630

      Crispy Parmesan Chicken

      with Garlic Scallion Couscous & Lemony Roasted Asparagus

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+3
      🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·44g carbs·32g fat
      One-Pan Chicken & Rajas Quesadillas
      American
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      850

      One-Pan Chicken & Rajas Quesadillas

      with Salsa Fresca, Southwest Crema & Guacamole

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Cleanup+1
      🍽️Nutrients:51g protein·51g carbs·47g fat
      Turkey & Green Pepper Flautas
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      1170

      Turkey & Green Pepper Flautas

      with Black Beans, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo & Sour Cream

      Medium
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:52g protein·94g carbs·63g fat
      Chicken Carnitas Tacos
      American
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      680

      Chicken Carnitas Tacos

      with Salsa Fresca and Chipotle Lime Crema

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartFamily FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·62g carbs·26g fat
      Gouda Vibes Burgers
      American
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      930

      Gouda Vibes Burgers

      with Tomato Onion Jam & Roasted Asparagus

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·56g carbs·65g fat
      Spicy Harissa-Glazed Turkey Patties
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      850

      Spicy Harissa-Glazed Turkey Patties

      with Dilly Veggies & Rice

      Medium
      15m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly+1
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·104g carbs·28g fat
      Cajun-Style Blackened Tilapia
      American
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      810

      Cajun-Style Blackened Tilapia

      with Red Beans & Lemon Rice

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·84g carbs·29g fat
      Middle Eastern Steak & Chickpea Bowls
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      1030

      Middle Eastern Steak & Chickpea Bowls

      with Spiced Basmati Rice & Garlicky White Sauce

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:59g protein·97g carbs·44g fat
      Gambian-Style Spiced Chicken & Peanut Stew
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      1140

      Gambian-Style Spiced Chicken & Peanut Stew

      with Sweet Potato, White Beans, Rice & Cilantro

      Medium
      10m prep
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyNew
      🍽️Nutrients:52g protein·139g carbs·32g fat
      Sweet 'N' Smoky Chicken Cutlets
      American
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      660

      Sweet 'N' Smoky Chicken Cutlets

      with Cherry Ancho Barbecue Sauce, Green Beans, and Pineapple Rice

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartLow SodiumSpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·74g carbs·25g fat
      Smothered Pepper Jack Burgers
      American
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      970

      Smothered Pepper Jack Burgers

      with Spicy Ketchup & BBQ Potato Wedges

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·91g carbs·49g fat
      Chicken Thigh Shawarma Pita Bar
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      700

      Chicken Thigh Shawarma Pita Bar

      One recipe—endless ways to enjoy!

      Easy
      5m prep
      20m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuickEasy Prep+3
      🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·57g carbs·30g fat
      Melty Monterey Jack Burgers
      American
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      920

      Melty Monterey Jack Burgers

      with Onion Jam, Garlic Mayo, and Crispy Breaded Zucchini

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·55g carbs·54g fat
      Baja Chicken Quesadillas
      American
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      770

      Baja Chicken Quesadillas

      with Salsa Fresca and Lime Crema

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:42g protein·41g carbs·44g fat
      Cranberry Thyme Chicken
      American
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      470

      Cranberry Thyme Chicken

      with Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Carrots & Onion

      Easy
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+2
      🍽️Nutrients:38g protein·43g carbs·18g fat
      Beef Tenderloin with Tangy Shallot Sauce
      American
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      900

      Beef Tenderloin with Tangy Shallot Sauce

      plus Mashed Potatoes & Broccoli Salad

      Medium
      10m prep
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·70g carbs·53g fat
      Parmesan Chicken Dippers
      American
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      650

      Parmesan Chicken Dippers

      with Rosemary Fries, Green Beans, and Honey Mustard Sauce

      Easy
      0
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber Smart
      🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·67g carbs·20g fat
      Chesapeake Bay Shrimp Sandos
      American
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      850

      Chesapeake Bay Shrimp Sandos

      Elevated Dinners, Impressively Easy

      Easy
      0
      15m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly+3
      🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·76g carbs·40g fat
      Spice Is Nice Beef Couscous Bowls
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      810

      Spice Is Nice Beef Couscous Bowls

      with Za’atar Roasted Veggies, Lemony Garlic Sauce & Almonds

      Medium
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·59g carbs·49g fat
      Cheddar-Crusted Chicken
      American
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      730

      Cheddar-Crusted Chicken

      with Buttery Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Roasted Broccoli

      Easy
      0
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:49g protein·52g carbs·35g fat
      Homestyle Beef & Biscuit Pot Pie
      American
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      950

      Homestyle Beef & Biscuit Pot Pie

      with Carrots, Celery & Fresh Thyme

      Easy
      10m prep
      50m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·60g carbs·65g fat
      Turkish-Spiced Chicken Couscous Bowls
      Mediterranean
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      680

      Turkish-Spiced Chicken Couscous Bowls

      Crispy Chickpeas, Spinach, Tomato & Lemony Yogurt Sauce

      Easy
      5m prep
      25m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartNew
      🍽️Nutrients:51g protein·84g carbs·15g fat
      Mexican Chicken and Rice Bowls
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      660

      Mexican Chicken and Rice Bowls

      with Salsa Fresca and Lime Crema

      Easy
      0
      20m total
      Protein SmartLow SugarLow Sodium
      🍽️Nutrients:31g protein·58g carbs·35g 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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