There is so much confusion as to what we should and should not eat at certain times of the day when we are trying to be healthy, don’t eat carbs! don’t eat fats! don’t eat red meat! at the end of the day unless your in preparation for a competition or major sporting event you can pretty much eat what you want when you want as long as it is in moderation and not high in the bad stuff like trans fats and sugar. Yes i’m pointing my finger at you Maccas!
Because we are always here to help, I sorted through the recipe book and got the best bunch of dinners with more than 20 grams of muscle building protein that are still a waist slimming 550 calories or fewer per serving — mostly because they contain whole, minimally processed ingredients which is what we all love right?!
I’m salivating already, let’s dive in!
1. Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats
Zucchini stuffed with chicken Parma, This is my favorite.
Calories: 500 (includes three zucchini boats)
Protein: 57.3g
2. Garlic Teriyaki Shrimp
Probably better for you than takeaway, and it only talks 30 minutes to whip it up.
Calories: 272
Protein: 43.95g
With a cup of brown rice: Add 216 calories and 5 grams of protein.
3. Marinara and Kale Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Bowls
Halve a spaghetti squash, toss in the kale, cheese, and marinara, and you’ve got stringy, gooey comfort food.
Calories: 513
Protein: 23.8g
4. Sizzling New York Steak With Chimichurri Sauce
Throw this on a bed of leafy greens (3 cups spinach, romaine, etc.) and you’re good to go.
Calories: 450 (includes 3 cups of greens and chimichurri sauce)
Protein: 74.8g
5. One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies
Mo’ pans mo’ problems. So this savory dish only uses one! it’s a good night to offer to wash up.
Calories: 450
Protein: 35.9g
6. Turkey Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Quickly toss together the filling, stuff the peppers, sprinkle some cheese, throw in the oven, and voilà — dinner is served.
Calories: 496
Protein: 45.9g
7. Parmesan Crusted Cod
Switch up your dinner routine with this baked cheesy recipe. you don’t have to use cod you can use basa as well.
Calories: 230
Protein: 21.4g
8. Baked Salmon With Lentils and Lemon Herb Sauce
Only takes five ingredients and one pan. Heck yes.
Calories: 516
Protein: 24.6g
9. Pizza Frittata
Pizza is good. So is breakfast. And with this dish, you can have it all.
Calories: 450
Protein: 29.2g
