A good macro-friendly recipe isn’t defined by having 0 g of macros. It’s more about finding classic recipes with a reasonable balance of macros or calories that you can work into your life seamlessly.
Recipes
Enjoy Working Against Gravity's easy, healthy recipes to help you reach your body composition and performance goals while keeping food delicious.
Protein: 5g | Carbs: 13g | Fat: 5g
Late Night Protein Treats for Recovery
Protein: 13g | Carbs: 3g | Fat: 1g
Calories: 73
We recently wrote this article about the power of casein protein intake before bed for your recovery. There’s never been a better excuse for dessert. Try these macro-friendly, casein protein powder ideas
Protein Waffles
Protein: 31g | Carbs: 7g | Fat: 2g
Calories: 170
This protein waffle recipe can be customized based on what flavors of protein, topping, and macros you have. Play around with different variations to make something truly unique for yourself!
Perfect Pork Tenderloin
Protein: 26g | Carbs: 0g | Fat: 7g
Calories: 167
Shmooze dinner guests at your holiday party with a perfectly cooked pork loin that racks in almost no carbohydrates per serving.
Blueberry Custard Oatmeal
Protein: 14g | Carbs: 43g | Fat: 14g
Calories: 354
Need to sneak a little extra protein into your morning oats? Try adding an egg! This healthy oatmeal will help you start your day strong (and delicious!).
Hummus Deviled Eggs
Protein: 4g | Carbs: 1g | Fat: 4g
Calories: 56
Deviled eggs are a great source of protein, often they can come loaded with extra fat thanks to lots of mayo. In our version, we swap the mayo for some store-bought hummus that cuts the fat without compromising creaminess.
Creamy Lentils with Boursin Cheese and Veggies
Protein: 15g | Carbs: 35g | Fat: 6g
Calories: 254
This healthy lentil recipe has 15 grams of protein and is full of fiber. With mix-ins like roasted cherry tomatoes and Boursin cheese, you can't go wrong.
Pumpkin Spice Protein Truffles
Protein: 4g | Carbs: 8g | Fat: 3g
Calories: 75
It’s pumpkin season! These macro-friendly pumpkin-spiced protein truffles are the perfect way to sneak a few extra grams of protein into your day.
Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
Protein: 31g | Carbs: 27g | Fat: 8g
Calories: 304
There’s nothing better than keeping cozy with a piping hot bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup on a cold night, especially when your trusty Instant Pot does almost all the work!
Low-Carb Indian Butter Chicken
Protein: 45g | Carbs: 4g | Fat: 12g
Calories: 304
Indian food is full of flavor and often very low carb as long as you skip the rice or naan bread. This Indian Butter Chicken recipe combines crispy caramelized chicken thighs with a rich and intense sauce and looks just as amazing as it tastes.
Ground Lean Turkey With Cranberries & Herbs
Protein: 27g | Carbs: 5g | Fat: 11g
Calories: 227
Ground turkey may be great for meal prep, but it’s not exactly big on flavor. However, you can transform boring ol’ ground turkey into a flavor-packed protein that will invoke holiday cheer any time of year.
Hanger Steak With Cilantro Crema
Protein: 43g | Carbs: 9g | Fat: 51g
Calories: 667
Hanger steak pairs well with many different marinades and sauces, including this Cilantro Crema. Roast some cruciferous or root vegetables to round out the meal.