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Nutritional Recipes

Fuel the body the mind is building.

A curated collection of muscle-forward meals — including recipes I personally cook so you can see exactly how I eat. Preview 5 recipes free; every paid membership unlocks the full collection.

How I think about food

Real food first

Build the plate before you build the stack. Real food first — supplements, including protein powder, are optional, not foundational. Use them when they solve a practical problem, not as a substitute for meals.

Meal timing is personal

I personally eat on a two-large-meals-a-day rhythm. That's my schedule, not a rule for you. The best approach depends on your schedule, training demands, preferences, and health needs.

Pink Himalayan salt only

In my own recipes, whenever salt is called for it is always pink Himalayan salt — nothing else. It is the only salt I keep in my kitchen.

"Breakfast is propaganda" — a provocation, not a prescription.

It's my personal perspective and a discussion point about default habits, not medical or nutritional advice. If eating early works for your training, energy and health, keep doing it. Nutrition content here is educational — consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to you.

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Grass-fed beef power bowl over rice with spinach, avocado, and soft-boiled egg
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Grass-Fed Power Bowl

Grass-fed ground beef over jasmine rice with sautéed spinach, avocado, and a soft-boiled egg. Dense fuel for muscle repair.

Protein
48g
Carbs
62g
Fats
26g
Kcal
690
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Wild salmon fillet with roasted sweet potato wedges and steamed broccoli
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Wild Salmon & Roasted Sweet Potato

Wild-caught salmon with roasted sweet potato wedges and steamed broccoli. Omega-3s for inflammation and brain performance.

Protein
42g
Carbs
48g
Fats
22g
Kcal
600
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Steel-cut oats topped with banana, blueberries, almond butter and hemp seeds
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Athlete Oats

Steel-cut oats with banana, almond butter, blueberries, hemp seeds, and a scoop of grass-fed whey. Steady energy for training.

Protein
38g
Carbs
72g
Fats
18g
Kcal
610
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Grilled chicken sliced over basmati rice with avocado and cilantro
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Chicken, Avocado & Rice

Grilled chicken thigh over basmati rice with avocado, cilantro, and lime. Simple, dense, easy to repeat.

Protein
46g
Carbs
58g
Fats
20g
Kcal
620
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Tall glass of green recovery smoothie topped with chia seeds
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Green Recovery Shake

Spinach, banana, whey isolate, almond milk, chia seeds, and a splash of tart cherry juice. Fast recovery in a glass.

Protein
34g
Carbs
38g
Fats
8g
Kcal
360
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Sliced sirloin steak with sunny-side eggs and sautéed kale in a cast iron skillet
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Steak, Eggs & Greens

Sirloin, three pasture-raised eggs, and sautéed kale with garlic. High-protein anchor meal.

Protein
58g
Carbs
12g
Fats
34g
Kcal
620
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Mediterranean tuna quinoa bowl with cucumber, tomatoes, olives and lemon
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Mediterranean Tuna Bowl

Tuna, quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomato, olives, and olive oil. Light, mineral-rich, and mentally sharp.

Protein
40g
Carbs
42g
Fats
18g
Kcal
500
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Bowl of cottage cheese topped with mixed berries, walnuts and a drizzle of honey
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Cottage Cheese & Berry Bowl

Full-fat cottage cheese with mixed berries, walnuts, and raw honey. Slow-release casein for recovery overnight.

Protein
28g
Carbs
26g
Fats
16g
Kcal
360
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Baked pork loin slices plated with Parmesan couscous and teriyaki spinach
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Baked Pork Loin, Seasoned to Perfection

Sliced and plated baked pork loin served with Parmesan couscous and teriyaki spinach. A balanced dinner that supports muscle maintenance and recovery.

Protein
42g
Carbs
54g
Fats
18g
Kcal
590
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Seared bone-in pork chop plated with sweet potato mash and teriyaki super greens on a white plate
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Pork Chop with Sweet Potato Mash & Teriyaki Super Greens

Bone-in pork chop seared and finished in its own pan juices, served over whipped sweet potato mash with teriyaki-glazed super greens. My post-workout dinner.

Protein
46g
Carbs
48g
Fats
22g
Kcal
610
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Pan-seared basa fillet on a white plate with basmati rice topped with pureed Tuscan white beans, carrot and sweet potato, and a side of lemon spinach
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Pan-Seared Basa with Basmati, Tuscan White Beans & Lemon Spinach

Golden pan-seared basa fillet over basmati rice, topped with a pureed Tuscan white bean and spinach sauce studded with carrot and sweet potato, with a side of lemon spinach. One of my own plates — lean, light, and loaded with micronutrients.

Protein
44g
Carbs
58g
Fats
14g
Kcal
560
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Bowl of chopped chicken legs simmered in coconut milk with bok choy over jasmine rice, topped with fried sweet plantains
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Coconut Milk Chicken with Bok Choy, Jasmine Rice & Sweet Plantains

Chopped chicken legs seared with onions and garlic in butter, then simmered in coconut milk with bok choy until the sauce thickens. Served over jasmine rice with fried sweet plantains. One of my own plates.

Protein
45g
Carbs
72g
Fats
30g
Kcal
760
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Meal prep container with ground turkey, brown rice, broccoli, and sweet potato
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Turkey & Rice Meal Prep

Lean ground turkey, brown rice, roasted broccoli, and diced sweet potato — a batch-cook staple for the whole training week.

Protein
44g
Carbs
58g
Fats
14g
Kcal
550
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Egg white omelet with spinach, peppers, and mushrooms served with avocado slices
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Egg White Veggie Omelet

Fluffy egg white omelet loaded with spinach, peppers, mushrooms, and tomato with sliced avocado. Light protein to break the fast.

Protein
32g
Carbs
18g
Fats
18g
Kcal
360
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Greek yogurt parfait with berries and granola in a glass jar
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Greek Yogurt Protein Parfait

Layers of thick Greek yogurt, granola, raspberries, blueberries, and honey. Cold, portable protein hit.

Protein
26g
Carbs
42g
Fats
8g
Kcal
340
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Sheet pan of roasted chicken breasts with Brussels sprouts, potatoes, and carrots
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Sheet Pan Chicken & Root Veggies

One-pan roast: seasoned chicken breasts with Brussels sprouts, red potatoes, and carrots. Big flavor, minimal cleanup.

Protein
45g
Carbs
40g
Fats
16g
Kcal
520
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Bison burger patty wrapped in butter lettuce with tomato, onion, and avocado
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Bison Burger Lettuce Wraps

Grass-fed bison patties wrapped in butter lettuce with tomato, red onion, and avocado. High-iron, low-carb powerhouse.

Protein
48g
Carbs
12g
Fats
26g
Kcal
480
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Shrimp stir-fry with peppers, snap peas, and broccoli over brown rice
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Shrimp & Veggie Stir-Fry

Fast-cooking shrimp with peppers, snap peas, and broccoli over brown rice. Light, high-protein, ready in 15 minutes.

Protein
38g
Carbs
50g
Fats
10g
Kcal
460
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Mason jar of overnight oats topped with strawberries, chia seeds, and almond butter
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Overnight Protein Oats

No-cook mason jar oats with whey, chia, and toppings. Prep tonight, grab-and-go tomorrow.

Protein
35g
Carbs
55g
Fats
12g
Kcal
480
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Bowl of sweet potato turkey chili topped with avocado, cilantro, and red onion
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Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

One-pot chili with lean turkey, sweet potato, black beans, and tomato. Big batch, freezer friendly, high on flavor.

Protein
36g
Carbs
48g
Fats
12g
Kcal
460
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Bowl of lentil and chickpea salad with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta
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Lentil & Chickpea Power Salad

Plant-forward salad with lentils, chickpeas, tomato, cucumber, and feta. Fiber, plant protein, and Mediterranean flavor.

Protein
24g
Carbs
52g
Fats
14g
Kcal
440
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Peanut butter banana toast with chia seeds and honey on a dark plate
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PB & Banana Protein Toast

Sprouted grain toast with peanut butter, banana slices, chia seeds, and honey. Quick pre-training carbs and fats.

Protein
18g
Carbs
48g
Fats
16g
Kcal
410
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Grilled chicken Caesar salad bowl with parmesan and croutons
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Grilled Chicken Caesar Bowl

Crisp romaine, sliced grilled chicken, parmesan shavings, sourdough croutons, and a lighter Caesar dressing.

Protein
44g
Carbs
22g
Fats
22g
Kcal
480
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Classic Beef & Broccoli

Sliced flank steak stir-fried with broccoli in a garlic-ginger sauce over jasmine rice.

Protein
44g
Carbs
52g
Fats
18g
Kcal
560
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Cajun Shrimp & Quinoa

Blackened shrimp over fluffy quinoa with sautéed peppers and a squeeze of lime.

Protein
36g
Carbs
44g
Fats
12g
Kcal
440
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Miso-Glazed Cod & Bok Choy

Flaky cod brushed with white miso and honey, served with sesame bok choy and short-grain rice.

Protein
38g
Carbs
46g
Fats
10g
Kcal
450
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Turkey Zucchini Meatballs

Grated zucchini folded into lean turkey meatballs, simmered in marinara over spaghetti squash.

Protein
40g
Carbs
28g
Fats
16g
Kcal
440
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Salmon Poke Bowl

Sushi-grade salmon over sushi rice with cucumber, avocado, edamame, and spicy mayo.

Protein
38g
Carbs
58g
Fats
22g
Kcal
600
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Chicken Fajita Bowl

Charred chicken with peppers and onions over cilantro-lime rice, black beans, and salsa.

Protein
44g
Carbs
56g
Fats
14g
Kcal
540
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Protein Pancakes

Fluffy oat and banana pancakes with whey protein, topped with berries and Greek yogurt.

Protein
32g
Carbs
48g
Fats
10g
Kcal
410
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Ribeye & Grilled Asparagus

Reverse-seared ribeye with charred asparagus and a garlic herb butter finish.

Protein
52g
Carbs
10g
Fats
44g
Kcal
660
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Chickpea Buddha Bowl

Roasted chickpeas and sweet potato with kale, quinoa, avocado, and lemon tahini.

Protein
22g
Carbs
68g
Fats
22g
Kcal
560
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Tuna Avocado Toast

Wild tuna mashed with avocado, lemon, and red onion piled onto sourdough with radish and dill.

Protein
30g
Carbs
32g
Fats
18g
Kcal
420
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Grilled Lamb Chops & Tabbouleh

Rosemary-crusted lamb chops with bulgur tabbouleh, mint, tomato, and a lemon-yogurt drizzle.

Protein
42g
Carbs
38g
Fats
24g
Kcal
560
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Turkey Club Lettuce Wraps

Sliced turkey, bacon, tomato, and avocado wrapped in butter lettuce with mustard aioli.

Protein
34g
Carbs
10g
Fats
22g
Kcal
380
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Chicken Tikka with Cauliflower Rice

Yogurt-marinated chicken tikka over spiced cauliflower rice with cilantro chutney.

Protein
46g
Carbs
18g
Fats
16g
Kcal
420
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Sweet Potato & Sausage Hash

Crispy sweet potato cubes with chicken sausage, peppers, kale, and a runny egg.

Protein
34g
Carbs
48g
Fats
20g
Kcal
520
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Protein French Toast

Egg-and-whey soaked sprouted-grain bread pan-fried in butter, topped with berries.

Protein
30g
Carbs
42g
Fats
12g
Kcal
400
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Kale Caesar with Roasted Salmon

Crispy-skin salmon over a Tuscan kale Caesar with parmesan, chickpea croutons, and lemon.

Protein
44g
Carbs
26g
Fats
26g
Kcal
540
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Ground Beef Tacos in Cabbage Cups

Seasoned grass-fed beef in crisp cabbage cups with salsa, avocado, and pickled onion.

Protein
38g
Carbs
16g
Fats
26g
Kcal
440
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Tempeh Teriyaki Bowl

Pan-seared tempeh glazed with homemade teriyaki over brown rice with steamed broccoli and edamame.

Protein
30g
Carbs
60g
Fats
16g
Kcal
520
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Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

Fluffy blender pancakes with cottage cheese, oats, and eggs — 40g of protein without protein powder.

Protein
40g
Carbs
44g
Fats
12g
Kcal
460
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Sirloin Steak with Chimichurri

Grilled sirloin sliced over roasted potatoes and arugula with a bright herby chimichurri.

Protein
48g
Carbs
40g
Fats
26g
Kcal
620
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Salmon Avocado Nori Rolls

Hand-rolled nori with baked salmon, avocado, cucumber, and sushi rice — no bamboo mat required.

Protein
34g
Carbs
48g
Fats
18g
Kcal
500
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Chicken Pesto Zoodles

Grilled chicken over spiralized zucchini noodles tossed in basil pesto with cherry tomatoes.

Protein
42g
Carbs
16g
Fats
22g
Kcal
440
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Blueberry Protein Oatmeal Bake

Baked oatmeal with whey protein, blueberries, banana, and almonds — meal-prep in a single tray.

Protein
22g
Carbs
44g
Fats
10g
Kcal
360
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Lightened-Up Shrimp & Grits

Cajun-spiced shrimp over creamy stone-ground grits with a touch of cheddar and green onion.

Protein
38g
Carbs
48g
Fats
14g
Kcal
500
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Chicken Caesar Wrap

Grilled chicken, romaine, parmesan, and lighter Caesar rolled in a whole grain tortilla.

Protein
40g
Carbs
38g
Fats
16g
Kcal
460
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Black Bean Protein Brownie Bites

Fudgy, high-protein brownie bites made with black beans, cocoa, and whey. Sneaky nutrition.

Protein
10g
Carbs
18g
Fats
6g
Kcal
160
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Wild Salmon Cakes with Slaw

Pan-seared wild salmon cakes with lemon-dill sauce over a crunchy cabbage-carrot slaw.

Protein
34g
Carbs
22g
Fats
20g
Kcal
420
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Beef & Veggie Stir-Fry Noodles

Rice noodles tossed with sliced sirloin, snap peas, carrots, and a soy-ginger sauce.

Protein
36g
Carbs
62g
Fats
14g
Kcal
560
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Greek Chicken Plate

Oregano-marinated chicken over lemon rice with cucumber-tomato salad, tzatziki, and feta.

Protein
46g
Carbs
50g
Fats
18g
Kcal
580
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Pan-seared herb salmon with garlic-sautéed Swiss chard and parmesan couscous on a white plate
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Pan-Seared Herb Salmon with Garlic-Sautéed Swiss Chard & Parmesan Couscous

A tender, herb-crusted farm-raised salmon fillet pan-seared to lock in flavor and omega-3s, served with garlic-sautéed Swiss chard and light parmesan couscous. One of my own plates.

Protein
42g
Carbs
38g
Fats
26g
Kcal
560
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Tropical-marinated beef stew chunks with broccoli, corn, and kidney beans served over basmati rice, garnished with chives and pink Himalayan salt
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Tropical-Marinated Beef Stew over Basmati Rice

Beef stew chunks marinated in Tropical marinade and seasoned with pink Himalayan salt, garlic, paprika, cumin, moho, thyme and oregano — sautéed in their own juices with a splash of cream, then simmered and served over basmati rice with vegetables. One of my own plates.

Protein
50g
Carbs
54g
Fats
20g
Kcal
620
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Sliced teriyaki-glazed beef round drizzled with garlic-yuzu aioli, served with caramelized sweet potato cubes, sautéed onions, thyme, and crispy fried tomato slices on a speckled plate
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Teriyaki-Glazed Beef Round with Garlic-Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Crispy Fried Tomato

A tender, pan-seared beef round glazed in teriyaki and finished with a drizzle of garlic-yuzu aioli. Served with caramelized sweet potatoes tossed with sautéed onions, fresh garlic, and thyme, plus a crispy golden-crusted fried tomato. One of my own plates.

Protein
52g
Carbs
58g
Fats
24g
Kcal
660
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