Makes: 2 servings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Macros (per serving):
Calories: 390–400
Protein: 50–52g
Carbs: 20–25g
Fat: 8–10g
10-12 oz grilled chicken breast
1/2 cup cooked black beans
1/2 cup diced bell peppers & onions
1/2 cup riced cauliflower (or mix with a little cooked brown rice)
2 tbsp shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup salsa
Optional: lime juice, cilantro, hot sauce, cumin, garlic powder
Cook chicken breast using your preferred method — grill, bake, or air fry — and season with cumin, garlic powder, or your favorite spices.
Sauté veggies lightly in a nonstick pan or use frozen pre-chopped peppers and onions for convenience.
In a bowl or meal prep container, combine chicken, beans, and veggies with the riced cauliflower base.
Top with cheese and salsa. Add lime juice or cilantro for freshness.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.
Swap riced cauliflower for half brown rice + half cauliflower for more texture.
Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt on top for a creamy, high-protein twist.
Great for meal prep — reheats perfectly and travels well!
Makes: 2 servings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Macros (per serving):
Calories: ~390
Protein: ~52g
Carbs: ~16g
Fat: ~12g
12-16 oz extra-lean ground turkey
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp egg whites (binder)
1 1/2 cup steamed cauliflower mash
2 tsp olive oil (optional, for mash)
Seasonings: garlic powder, parsley, onion powder, salt, pepper
Prepare the meatballs:
In a bowl, mix ground turkey, Parmesan, egg whites, and seasonings until well combined. Form into 6-8 small meatballs.
Cook:
Bake or air fry at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, until fully cooked and lightly browned.
Make the mash:
Microwave or steam cauliflower until soft, then mash with garlic, a pinch of salt, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Assemble & serve:
Serve meatballs over cauliflower mash. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer meal prep.
Add chopped spinach or shredded zucchini to the turkey mixture for more volume and fiber.
Use Greek yogurt or light cream cheese in the mash for extra creaminess.
Drizzle with sugar-free marinara or buffalo sauce for extra flavor without extra calories.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Macros (per serving):
Calories: ~445
Protein: ~55g
Carbs: ~20g
Fat: ~18g
10 oz extra-lean ground beef (90–96%)
2 slices reduced-fat cheese (or 2 tbsp shredded)
1/2 cup chopped pickles, onions, and lettuce
1/2 cup egg whites (cooked & chopped into crumbles)
1/2 low-carb hamburger bun, cubed and toasted
2 tbsp light Thousand Island or homemade “Big Mac” sauce:
2 tbsp Greek yogurt
2 tsp mustard
2 tsp ketchup
2 tsp pickle juice
Cook the beef:
In a skillet, brown ground beef with garlic powder and pepper until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
Make the croutons:
Toast the cubed bun pieces in a pan or air fryer until golden and crisp.
Mix the sauce:
Combine Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, and pickle juice until smooth. Adjust to taste.
Assemble the bowl:
In a bowl, layer lettuce, pickles, onions, egg white crumbles, beef, and cheese.
Top with toasted bun bites and drizzle with the Big Mac sauce.
For extra volume, add shredded cabbage or chopped spinach to the lettuce base.
Make it meal-prep friendly by keeping the sauce separate until serving.
Swap beef for ground turkey to lower calories further.
Makes: 2 large servings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Macros (per serving):
Calories: 390
Protein: 54g
Carbs: 16g
Fat: 10g
1lb ground chicken breast (98–99% lean)
1 cup liquid egg whites
4 cups coleslaw mix
1/2 cup shredded carrots
2 cup cauliflower rice
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
2 tsp minced garlic + 1 tsp ground ginger
Optional toppings: green onion, sriracha, sesame seeds (track separately
Cook the chicken:
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook ground chicken until no longer pink.
Add flavor and veggies:
Stir in garlic, ginger, coleslaw mix, and carrots. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
Add cauliflower rice:
Stir in the cauliflower rice and cook another 2–3 minutes until tender.
Add the eggs:
Push the mixture to one side of the pan, pour in egg whites, and scramble until cooked through. Mix everything together.
Season and finish:
Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Remove from heat and top with optional garnishes.
For extra crunch, add water chestnuts or shredded cabbage.
Swap ground chicken for ground turkey or shrimp for variety.
Meal prep friendly — stores up to 4 days in the fridge and reheats perfectly.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Macros (per serving):
Calories: ~420
Protein: ~45g
Carbs: ~32g
Fat: ~10g
1 cup cooked quinoa – ~220 cal, 8g protein
6 oz cooked chicken breast, diced – ~270 cal, 50g protein (split between 2 servings)
½ cup chopped cucumber
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese – optional but adds flavor
2 cups mixed greens or spinach
1 tbsp olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon
Seasonings: salt, pepper, oregano, garlic powder
Cook the quinoa:
Prepare ½ cup dry quinoa according to package directions (makes ~1 cup cooked). Let cool completely.
Prep the chicken:
Grill, bake, or air fry chicken breast with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dice once cooled.
Assemble the salad:
In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and feta. Toss gently.
Dress it up:
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
Serve:
Add greens and mix lightly, or layer greens on the bottom for a bowl-style meal.
Add chickpeas or edamame for extra plant-based protein.
Swap feta for goat cheese or omit entirely to keep it dairy-free.
Tastes even better the next day — great for meal prep (lasts 3–4 days in the fridge).
For a Mediterranean twist, add olives and a touch of balsamic glaze.