Pasadena, 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.
Fluffy peach-infused protein pancakes topped with a creamy peach frosting, fresh peach slices, and mint.
305 Cal • 28 P • 38 C • 6 F
Golden protein waffles with cinnamon frosting, crisp red and green apple slices, and smoky turkey bacon.
322 Cal • 27 P • 41 C • 8 F
Hearty egg white and beef scramble with roasted sweet potato, fresh spinach, grape tomatoes, and a drizzle of cilantro sauce.
466 Cal • 31 P • 18 C • 30 F
Juicy grilled steak served with tender zucchini, fluffy brown rice, and fresh parsley.
374 Cal • 33 P • 29 C • 14 F
Juicy grilled steak served with tender zucchini, fluffy brown rice, and fresh parsley.
522 Cal • 52 P • 29 C • 22 F
Garlic-herb salmon paired with penne pasta, roasted broccoli, and fresh tomatoes with cilantro sauce.
376 Cal • 35 P • 32 C • 12 F
Garlic-herb salmon paired with penne pasta, roasted broccoli, and fresh tomatoes with cilantro sauce.
460 Cal • 47 P • 32 C • 16 F
Savory stir-fried yakisoba noodles with shrimp, broccoli, cabbage, snap peas, carrots, and edamame in a rich sauce.
458 Cal • 30 P • 35 C • 22 F
Savory stir-fried yakisoba noodles with shrimp, broccoli, cabbage, snap peas, carrots, and edamame in a rich sauce.
614 Cal • 48 P • 35 C • 26 F
Grilled chicken breast with penne pasta, roasted broccoli, tomatoes, and a vibrant cilantro pesto sauce.
439 Cal • 33 P • 43 C • 15 F
Grilled chicken breast with penne pasta, roasted broccoli, tomatoes, and a vibrant cilantro pesto sauce.
600 Cal • 53 P • 43 C • 24 F
Juicy meatballs served over chow mein noodles with stir-fried Asian vegetables and a creamy peanut satay sauce.
474 Cal • 38 P • 38 C • 23 F
Juicy meatballs served over chow mein noodles with stir-fried Asian vegetables and a creamy peanut satay sauce.
601 Cal • 59 P • 38 C • 30 F
Italian-style ground turkey with penne pasta, sautéed zucchini, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil.
392 Cal • 28 P • 31 C • 7 F
Italian-style ground turkey with penne pasta, sautéed zucchini, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil.
403 Cal • 45 P • 31 C • 11 F
Seasoned ground beef with Spanish rice, beans, peas, and carrots topped with fresh salsa and cilantro.
423 Cal • 36 P • 36 C • 15 F
Seasoned ground beef with Spanish rice, beans, peas, and carrots topped with fresh salsa and cilantro.
592 Cal • 58 P • 36 C • 24 F
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Absolutely. Add a note at checkout with any dietary tweaks, like removing dairy, swapping carbs, or avoiding specific ingredients such as cilantro.
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