
High-Protein • Low-Carb • Macro-Balanced

Institute of Culinary Education–trained Chef Alexander Zendejas has been crafting high-protein, macro-balanced dishes since 2010. After sharpening his knives (and skills) in fine-dining kitchens at Disneyland Resort, he launched Gourmet Gains to bring dialed-in flavor straight to your doorstep. Expect chef-made, protein-packed meals delivered every Sunday, with a carb-conscious menu that flips every two weeks—keeping your macros laser-aligned without the meal-prep grind.

Fluffy pancakes layered with cinnamon protein frosting and cinnamon toast crunch.
470 Cal • 45 P • 50 C • 10 F

Protein Waffles paired with use protein frosting with coconut flakes
432 Cal • 42 P • 48 C • 8 F

A bold mix of beef , fluffy eggs, and sweet potatoes topped with tomatoes, spinach, and a savory green salsa
466 Cal • 31 P • 18 C • 30 F

Juicy steak served with fluffy mashed potatoes, garlic green beans with a side of chimichuri sauce
471 Cal • 40 P • 35 C • 19 F

Juicy steak served with fluffy mashed potatoes, garlic green beans with a side of chimichuri sauce
675 Cal • 64 P • 35 C • 31 F

Tender grilled salmon paired with fluffy jasmine rice with broccoli, carrots and sweet chili sauce
416 Cal • 33 P • 35 C • 16 F

Tender grilled salmon paired with fluffy jasmine rice with broccoli, carrots and sweet chili sauce
577 Cal • 53 P • 35 C • 25 F

Savory seasoned Shrimp on top of a bead cilantro lime rice paired with corn, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers and an avocado salsa
437 Cal • 33 P • 38 C • 17 F

Savory seasoned Shrimp on top of a bead cilantro lime rice paired with corn, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers and an avocado salsa
607 Cal • 53 P • 38 C • 27 F

Tender chicken mixed with sweet and savory bbq sauce paired with succulent Mac And cheese with sides of broccoli, corn and jalapeño
443 Cal • 39 P • 47 C • 11 F

Tender chicken mixed with sweet and savory bbq sauce paired with succulent Mac And cheese with sides of broccoli, corn and jalapeño
598 Cal • 62 P • 47 C • 18 F

Meatballs tossed with basil pesto paired with roasted green beans with a side of green beans
520 Cal • 36 P • 38 C • 24 F

Meatballs tossed with basil pesto paired with roasted green beans with a side of green beans
670 Cal • 58 P • 38 C • 30 F

Savory ground turkey served over decadent macaroni and cheese sauce paired with a side of broccoli topped with fresh chives
443 Cal • 35 P • 33 C • 19 F

Savory ground turkey served over decadent macaroni and cheese sauce paired with a side of broccoli topped with fresh chives
626 Cal • 56 P • 33 C • 30 F

Savory ground turkey served over decadent macaroni and cheese sauce paired with a side of broccoli topped with fresh chives
424 Cal • 40 P • 30 C • 16 F

Savory ground turkey served over decadent macaroni and cheese sauce paired with a side of broccoli topped with fresh chives
610 Cal • 64 P • 30 C • 26 F
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