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

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      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
      Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomato Panini
      Italian
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      1230

      Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomato Panini

      with Zucchini, Mozzarella, Pesto Mayo & Roasted Potato Wedges

      Medium
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:51g protein·105g carbs·66g fat
      Steak, Zucchini & Snap Pea Bibimbap
      Asian
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      1010

      Steak, Zucchini & Snap Pea Bibimbap

      with Sweet Sesame Sauce & a Fried Egg

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:53g protein·83g 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
      One-Pan Black Bean & Pepper Quesadillas
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      910

      One-Pan Black Bean & Pepper Quesadillas

      with Lemon Crema

      Easy
      5m prep
      15m total
      VeggieProtein SmartFiber SmartLow Sugar+5
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·84g carbs·50g fat
      Old Bay Buttered-Up Chicken
      American
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      570

      Old Bay Buttered-Up Chicken

      with Garlic Buttered Broccoli & Roasted Veggies

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      KetoProtein SmartCalorie SmartCarb Smart+1
      🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·25g carbs·37g 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
      Coconut Chicken Curry with Chickpeas
      Indian
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      970

      Coconut Chicken Curry with Chickpeas

      topped with Yogurt & served with Basmati Rice

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·99g carbs·42g fat
      One-Pot Longhorn Turkey & Bean Chili
      American
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      690

      One-Pot Longhorn Turkey & Bean Chili

      with Jalapeño & Smoky Red Pepper Crema

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartEasy CleanupSpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·62g carbs·27g fat
      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
      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
      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
      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
      Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
      American
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      740

      Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

      Stuffed with Bell Peppers and Served with Crispy Green Beans

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·64g carbs·36g fat
      Mango Tango Chicken Tacos
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      730

      Mango Tango Chicken Tacos

      with Hot Sauce Crema

      Easy
      10m prep
      25m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyOne Pan+1
      🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·83g carbs·30g 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
      Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce
      American
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      600

      Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce

      with Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Fingerling Potatoes

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumDietitian Win
      🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·48g carbs·28g fat
      Turkey Meatball Penne
      Italian
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      870

      Turkey Meatball Penne

      made with Pre-Cooked Turkey Meatballs

      Easy
      5m prep
      20m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuick
      🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·95g carbs·39g fat
      Bayou Blackened Chicken Legs
      American
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      910

      Bayou Blackened Chicken Legs

      with Smoky Red Beans, Buttery Rice & Hot Sauce Crema

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:57g protein·79g carbs·38g fat
      Tex-Mex Beef & Poblano Enchiladas
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      910

      Tex-Mex Beef & Poblano Enchiladas

      with Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema

      Medium
      5m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·74g carbs·51g 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
      Honey Frank's RedHot® Sauce Chicken
      American
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      720

      Honey Frank's RedHot® Sauce Chicken

      with Roasted Carrots & Cheesy Garlic Potato Wedges

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·52g carbs·39g fat
      Banh Mi Meatball Bowls
      Asian
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      830

      Banh Mi Meatball Bowls

      with Pickled Veggie Salad, Sriracha Lime Mayo & Ginger Rice

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·81g carbs·42g fat
      Vegetable & Chicken Sausage Soup
      Italian
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      1100

      Vegetable & Chicken Sausage Soup

      with Kale, Farro & Garlic Bread

      Easy
      5m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:46g protein·127g carbs·41g 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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