I used to think meal prepping meant hours in the kitchen and sad, tiny portions. But I’m lazy. I get overwhelmed by complicated recipes. And if I keep premade food around, there’s a 100% chance I’ll eat it all in one sitting. So, my solution? A stupidly easy, high-protein meal that actually keeps me full—without making me hate my life in the kitchen.
This takes 15 minutes to make, uses minimal ingredients, and keeps me on track without feeling deprived. If you’re looking for something simple, filling, and meal-prep friendly, this might be for you!
Macros & Calories (Per Serving):
293 kcal – 25g protein – 36g carbs – 2g fat
Ingredients (per serving):
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” (Light)
• ½ lemon (juiced)
• ½ cup frozen spinach
• 11 large shrimp (trust me, skimping on protein is a mistake)
• ¼ cup bulgur wheat
• Salt, pepper, herbes de Provence (or any seasoning you like)
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How to Cook Bulgur (Super Easy Method)
1. Rinse ¼ cup of bulgur wheat under cold water.
2. Add it to a pot with ½ cup of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 12 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
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How to Cook Shrimp & Spinach (All in One Pan!)
1. Defrost shrimp by placing them in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes. Pat dry.
2. In a pan, melt 1 tbsp “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
3. Toss in the shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and herbes de Provence, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Add water as needed to make creamier.
4. Add the frozen spinach directly to the pan. Stir and let it wilt, soaking up all the garlicky butter goodness.
5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything for an extra pop of flavor.
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Storage & Meal Prep Tips
• Fridge: Stays fresh for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
• Reheating: Microwave for 1-2 minutes or reheat in a pan for best texture.
• Substitutions: Swap bulgur for rice or quinoa, shrimp for chicken or tofu, or add more veggies if you want!
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Why This Works for Me
✅ Super high protein → Keeps me full for hours
✅ 15-minute meal → Perfect for lazy cooks (me)
✅ Actually tastes good → No sad diet food here
✅ Meal-preppable → No last-minute bad decisions
Remember: Eating under 1200 calories a day is not sustainable long-term for most people. But learning low-calorie meals that actually keep you full? That’s the real cheat code to weight loss.
Hope this helps someone! Let me know if you try it.
by Micr0_m0use