weekly meal prep (4.13.25)
This week’s weekly meal prep! Per usual, if you need any of the items I use to prep like my meal prep containers, etc, it’s all linked below!
My meal prep favorites from Amazon
Caraway Saute Pan (love this for BIG dishes! Code is BALANCEDWITHBRITT10)
All of my kitchen faves from Amazon
Magic Shell Greek Yogurt Meal Prep Cups
High-protein, fridge-friendly treats made with Clean Simple Eats protein!
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt
4 single-serve packets of @cleansimpleeats protein powder
1 cup chopped strawberries (about 1/4 cup per serving)
1/2 cup @lilys_sweets chocolate chips
1 tsp coconut oil
Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions:
In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt and the 4 packets of Clean Simple Eats protein powder. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Divide the mixture evenly into 4 small meal prep containers.
Top each with a generous spoonful of chopped strawberries.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in 20–30 second increments, stirring in between, until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over each yogurt cup to create a “magic shell” topping.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes, or until the shell hardens.
Store in the fridge and enjoy throughout the week!
Per Serving (1 of 4):
Calories: ~298
Protein: ~30g
Carbs: ~16g
Fat: ~9g
Freezer-Friendly High-Protein Breakfast Burritos
Simple, satisfying, and perfect for prepping ahead! These are freezer-friendly and packed with protein for busy mornings.
Macros per burrito (approx.):
22g protein / 19g carbs / 10g fat
(based on 6 burritos; macros will vary slightly by brand)
Ingredients:
6 Carb Balance burrito-size tortillas
3 whole eggs
1 cup egg whites
1/3 cup low-fat cottage cheese (mixed into eggs for extra protein + fluff)
8 oz lean ground turkey sausage, crumbled and cooked
1 & 1/3 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste
Directions:
Scramble the eggs: Whisk together 3 eggs, egg whites, and cottage cheese with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook in a skillet until scrambled and fluffy.
Cook sausage: Brown the turkey sausage in a separate pan, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks.
Assemble burritos: Lay out 6 Carb Balance tortillas. Evenly divide the scrambled egg mixture, turkey sausage crumbles, and shredded cheese between each tortilla.
Roll + wrap: Tightly roll up each burrito, wrap in parchment paper, and place in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Store: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
To reheat:
Microwave (from fridge): ~1 min 30 sec
Air fryer (from fridge or defrosted): 325°F for ~6 min
(Leave wrapped in parchment for easy cleanup!)
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
A quick, gluten-free, macro-friendly treat—made with better-for-you ingredients and sweetened with Lily’s chocolate chips!
Ingredients:
¾ cup drippy peanut butter (natural, no sugar added)
⅓ cup honey
1½ cups rolled oats
1 cup Lily’s no sugar added semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tbsp refined coconut oil
Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions:
In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter and honey until smooth.
Stir in rolled oats until fully combined.
Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and press the oat mixture into the pan evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt Lily’s chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Pour the chocolate over the oat base and spread evenly.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt (optional).
Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours, until the chocolate layer is firm.
Slice into 10 bars and enjoy!
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Macros (per bite, if cut into 16):
Calories: ~140
Protein: ~3g
Carbs: ~11g
Fat: ~9g
Macro estimates based on unsweetened natural peanut butter, Lily’s chocolate chips, and traditional rolled oats. Adjust if using different brands or add-ins.
Macro-Friendly Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpeas
A high-fiber, protein-packed Caesar remix—simple ingredients, tons of flavor, and perfect for meal prep or quick lunches.
Ingredients (Serves 2):
4 cups chopped kale (ribs removed)
4 tbsp Bolthouse Farms Classic Caesar dressing
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper (or to taste)
½ cup Biena baked chickpea snacks (sea salt or ranch flavor both work great!)
Instructions:
Massage the chopped kale with a little olive oil spray, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and 2 tbsp of dressing (per serving) until slightly softened—this helps break down the texture and reduce bitterness.
Toss in red onion, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
Top each salad with ¼ cup of Biena chickpeas for a satisfying crunch.
Optional: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or hard-boiled eggs for more protein.
Macros (per serving, without added protein):
Calories: ~260
Protein: ~10g
Carbs: ~18g
Fat: ~16g
(Macros will vary slightly depending on the flavor of Biena snacks and amount of Parmesan used.)
