another peek on my plate!
If you’ve been following along, you know I’m all about meals that are high protein, easy to throw together, and actually realistic for a busy life.
This roundup definitely has a few more fast food / takeout options than usual because life has been BUSY lately 😅 but that’s real life. I’m always trying to find balanced, macro-friendly options that fit into busy days instead of aiming for perfection.
If you’re looking for meal prep containers, my egg pan, air fryer, or basically any cooking items I use in these recipes, they’re all linked HERE!
Breakfasts & Coffee Favorites
Banana Bread Oats
one of my favorite cozy breakfasts!! high protein and actually keeps me full.
👉 HERE!
Egg Wrap
super easy breakfast or lunch option when I need something fast: Cook 2 eggs (or eggs + egg whites) in a pan like a thin omelet. Add turkey sausage, cheese, spinach, or whatever fillings you love, then when it’s mostly cooked, add a carb balance tortilla on top, and flip! let it crisp up and then fold ! I usually pair it with fruit for an easy high protein breakfast.
Banana Bread Latte
my current hyperfixation coffee order lately! how to order:
venti cold brew
1 pump brown sugar
1/4 in splash of nonfat milk
add light banana cream cold foam
add cinnamon powder
Fast Food & Takeout Staples
Macro-Friendly CFA Order
my go-tos when I need something quick, easy, and high protein on the go
👉 ALL ORDERS HERE!
Chick-fil-A Spicy Chicken Patty Hack
one of my favorite ways to satisfy the fast food craving while still keeping things balanced
👉 HERE is the details!
Macro-Friendly Chipotle Order
One of my go-to orders when I want something quick, filling, and easy to fit into my goals.
My bowl:
Light white rice
Chicken
Fajita veggies
Pico de gallo
Corn salsa
Light cheese
Lettuce
2 tbsp of cilantro lime sauce
1 tbsp of sour cream
Poke Order
fresh, protein-packed, and one of my favorite easy takeout meals! i always get ahi tuna, light rice, mixed greens, cabbage, carrots, onion, edamame, seaweed salad, avocado, cucumber, and drizzle with soy sauce
Easy Lunches & Dinners
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
crispy, juicy, and one of the easiest protein staples for meal prep
👉 HERE!
Chili Onion Crunch Chicken + Avocado Pineapple Salsa
sweet, spicy, fresh, and SUCH a good summer dinner combo!!
👉 HERE!
Taco Rice Bowls
easy weeknight dinner that always hits
👉 HERE!
Burger Bowls
all the burger flavors without feeling heavy
👉 HERE!
Salmon Roll Bowls
sushi-inspired bowls that are SO satisfying
👉 HERE!
Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken
one of my favorite easy freezer staples for busy nights! the macros are great and we pair with a veggie and rice!
Spicy Shrimp + Creamy Cucumber Salad
Cook shrimp with your favorite spicy seasoning (I usually do chili onion crunch, garlic, paprika, and hot honey). For the cucumber salad, mix sliced cucumbers and pickled red onions with Greek yogurt, a little whipped cream cheese, ranch seasoning, a little sriracha, and everything bagel seasoning. So fresh and SO good together. Top with green onion!
Greek Salad
simple, balanced, and easy to pair with any protein! cannot go wrong with ordering one of these and getting dressing & tzatziki on the side.
Snacks, Treats & Extras
Carrot Cake Protein Bites
the perfect little sweet treat/snack when I want something quick and protein-packed
👉 HERE!
Clean Simple Eats Protein
great when I want something lighter or need extra protein during busy days
👉my code “balancedwithbritt” saves you 10%!
Creatine Gummies
an easy way I stay consistent with supplements!!
👉 HERE! Code is “britt20”!
A Quick Note on Eating in a Deficit
I’m not doing anything extreme! Just focusing on high protein meals, balanced plates, daily movement, and consistency over time. Some days are more structured, some are more go-with-the-flow, but having meals like these on repeat makes it so much easier to stay on track without overthinking it 🤍
