Malibu, CA
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.
Chef-built plans, macro-matched, and delivered fresh.
Egg white scramble mixed with seasoned beef chorizo, black beans, pico de gallo, and house potatoes, finished with vibrant green tomatillo sauce.
434 Cal • 21 P • 18 C • 27 F
142 Cal • 10 P • 7 C • 13 F
Chipotle-marinated steak sliced over cilantro lime orzo with roasted peppers and sweet corn finished with a smoky chipotle crema.
455 Cal • 40 P • 34 C • 17 F
Chipotle-marinated steak sliced over cilantro lime orzo with roasted peppers and sweet corn finished with a smoky chipotle crema.
528 Cal • 51 P • 34 C • 21 F
Fresh salmon glazed with a sweet chipotle honey reduction, served with roasted potatoes and a bright poblano corn salsa finished with cilantro and fresh lime.
442 Cal • 34 P • 32 C • 19 F
Fresh salmon glazed with a sweet chipotle honey reduction, served with roasted potatoes and a bright poblano corn salsa finished with cilantro and fresh lime.
514 Cal • 45 P • 32 C • 23 F
Tender lime-marinated chicken strips sautéed with peppers and onions served over cilantro rice for a fresh Mexican-inspired meal.
408 Cal • 38 P • 34 C • 12 F
Tender lime-marinated chicken strips sautéed with peppers and onions served over cilantro rice for a fresh Mexican-inspired meal.
480 Cal • 49 P • 34 C • 16 F
Sautéed shrimp tossed in a creamy spicy diavolo sauce served over bowtie pasta with roasted tomatoes and fresh parsley.
426 Cal • 36 P • 35 C • 14 F
Sautéed shrimp tossed in a creamy spicy diavolo sauce served over bowtie pasta with roasted tomatoes and fresh parsley.
498 Cal • 47 P • 35 C • 18 F
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Rich and hearty beef bolognese over roasted garlic parmesan potatoes with sautéed zucchini and spinach for an Italian-comfort favorite.
485 Cal • 42 P • 38 C • 18 F
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Rich and hearty beef bolognese over roasted garlic parmesan potatoes with sautéed zucchini and spinach for an Italian-comfort favorite.
681 Cal • 67 P • 38 C • 29 F
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