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 chocolate pancakes layered with raspberry protein frosting and sweet white chocolate chips
445 Cal • 28 P • 36 C • 21 F
Golden French toast topped with pineapple butter, turkey bacon, and sugar-free syrup
435 Cal • 22 P • 35 C • 23 F
A bold mix of beef chorizo, fluffy eggs, and garlic potatoes topped with peppers, green onions, cheese, and chipotle sauce for a savory kick
438 Cal • 22 P • 37 C • 23 F
Juicy ranch steak served with creamy garlic mash, crisp green beans, and cowboy butter
610 Cal • 37 P • 30 C • 14 F
Juicy ranch steak served with creamy garlic mash, crisp green beans, and cowboy butter
797 Cal • 59 P • 30 C • 38 F
Tender salmon over basmati rice and broccoli, finished with a fresh and zesty cilantro sauce
554 Cal • 43 P • 55 C • 18 F
Tender salmon over basmati rice and broccoli, finished with a fresh and zesty cilantro sauce
703 Cal • 69 P • 55 C • 23 F
Japanese-style stir-fried noodles with shrimp, broccoli, cabbage, snap peas, carrots, and edamame in a rich savory sauce
458 Cal • 30 P • 35 C • 22 F
Japanese-style stir-fried noodles with shrimp, broccoli, cabbage, snap peas, carrots, and edamame in a rich savory sauce
614 Cal • 48 P • 35 C • 26 F
Comforting baked chicken with quinoa, rice, beans, peppers, corn, and melted pepper jack cheese for a hearty, flavorful meal
439 Cal • 33 P • 43 C • 15 F
Comforting baked chicken with quinoa, rice, beans, peppers, corn, and melted pepper jack cheese for a hearty, flavorful meal
600 Cal • 53 P • 43 C • 24 F
Smoky jerk-spiced meatballs paired with sweet plantains and hearty collard greens
348 Cal • 35 P • 32 C • 20 F
Smoky jerk-spiced meatballs paired with sweet plantains and hearty collard greens
640 Cal • 56 P • 32 C • 32 F
Spiced turkey chorizo with Spanish rice, squash medley, and fresh cilantro
466 Cal • 40 P • 45 C • 14 F
Spiced turkey chorizo with Spanish rice, squash medley, and fresh cilantro
634 Cal • 64 P • 45 C • 22 F
Rich beef bolognese tossed with pappardelle pasta, broccoli, and parmesan cheese
529 Cal • 41 P • 53 C • 17 F
Rich beef bolognese tossed with pappardelle pasta, broccoli, and parmesan cheese
719 Cal • 66 P • 53 C • 27 F
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