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Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich (With a Kick)
A low-effort chicken sandwich!
Balanced Smoothie Bowl
I like to use this smoothie bowl as a “lighter” feeling, but still substantial lunch, as it’s got a decent balance of all macronutrients and 8g of fiber to keep me feeling satisfied for as long as possible. Toppings are fully customizable - lower fat needs? Take the peanut butter out or swap for a PB2 or honey drizzle. Lower carb needs? Aim to get the majority of your carbs here from the base, and swap the granola/bananas out for some crushed pistachios or almonds. Make it yours and get creative.
Big Ass Salad with Calorie-Free Honey Mustard Dressing
I eat a version of this salad almost every single day! The recipe below is how I make it typically, but feel free to experiment with different veggies and toppings. Obviously that will change the macros a bit, but that’s the beauty of a Big Ass Salad where the dressing is virtually calorie-free - fully customizable, the possibilities are endless! I’ll sometimes even throw in some roasted Brussels sprouts, broccoli, or cauliflower for a fun flavor / texture addition.
Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Salad
Sometimes I enjoy cooking, and sometimes I feel like I have to avoid it at all costs - if you can buy a rotisserie chicken and boil some water - you are 30 minutes away from lunches for the entire week with this quick pasta recipe!
Pasta Salad in a Jar
Pasta salad is the ultimate choose-your-own-adventure lunch between endless pairings of noodles, dressings, beans, veggies, cheeses, and proteins. This is a combo I have been making on repeat lately, and one jar yields about 40g protein and 18g fiber without trying too hard.
Tangy Corn, Black Bean, & Avocado Dipping Salad
Yes, I eat this as a full meal! I try to keep canned corn and black beans in my pantry at all times so I can always make a version of this. This can be made many ways by swapping or adding different veggies (like tomato and cucumber). Not only is it delicious and packed with protein, fiber, and micronutrients, but it literally takes 5 minutes to make.