{"id":49200,"date":"2023-02-23T13:39:03","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T13:39:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=49200"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"macro-friendly-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Macro Friendly Recipes: Finding Balance Between Protein, Carbohydrates, and Fats"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#What_Are_Macros_and_Why_Do_They_Matter\" >What Are Macros, and Why Do They Matter?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#Downsides_to_a_Macro_Diet\" >Downsides to a Macro Diet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#What_Are_Macro_Friendly_Recipes\" >What Are Macro Friendly Recipes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#Which_Macro_Is_Most_Filling\" >Which Macro Is Most Filling?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#What_Meals_Are_High_in_Protein\" >What Meals Are High in Protein?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#How_To_Make_Easy_High-Protein_Meals\" >How To Make Easy High-Protein Meals?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#Salmon_With_Cilantro_and_Lime\" >Salmon With Cilantro and Lime<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#Turkey_Chili\" >Turkey Chili<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-recipes\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When choosing to follow a macro diet you will need as many macro friendly recipes as possible to successfully count your macros throughout the day. These recipes will consider your protein, carbohydrates, and fats, allowing you to properly budget for each meal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein is a more filling macronutrient, providing you with a sense of fullness and satiety that can lead to maintaining healthy body weight. Many focus heavily on developing high-protein meals to help keep their hunger cues under control, effectively losing weight and maintaining the loss. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here we will explain macros and how they fit into your daily dietary needs. We will also explain a macro-friendly recipe and provide examples of high-protein recipes. Read on to find out more information about these recipes.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Macro_Friendly_Recipes\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Macros_and_Why_Do_They_Matter\"><\/span><strong>What Are Macros, and Why Do They Matter?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before understanding the macro diet\u2019s ins and outs, you need to understand what macros are. \u201cMacro\u201d is short for the word macronutrient. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/4-macronutrients\/\">Macronutrients<\/a> are divided into the three categories of nutrients that make up most of your diet and which provide you with most of your energy. They include protein, carbohydrates, and fats. To count macros, you\u2019ll count the grams of each category of macronutrients you consume.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s not to say that keeping track of your calories is a moot point. They are just as essential when counting macros. You\u2019ll have to go a bit further with your tracking when you decide to do a macro diet in that you\u2019ll need to consider where your calories are coming from. If you have an established daily budget of 2,000 calories but consume 800 calories of protein, that leaves you with 1,200 calories that can be divided between carbohydrates and fats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this sounds like a lot of extra work, it is often called flexible dieting. It allows you to eat what you want as long as it fits your macronutrient budget. This doesn\u2019t mean you should drop your healthy eating and just consume candy. However, consuming candy infrequently will not disrupt your pattern of success. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-diet-plan\/\">Macro dieting<\/a> takes <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the concept of \u201ccheat foods\u201d out of the equation, making everything eligible for eating.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you count macros, you might effectively reduce stubborn fat stores that you couldn\u2019t combat with other diets, maintain lean muscle mass, and achieve satiety. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Downsides_to_a_Macro_Diet\"><\/span><strong>Downsides to a Macro Diet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are downsides to a macro diet, as you can easily achieve your daily goal while not consuming even one tiny piece of vegetable. A lack of proper balance in your food can lead to missing out on essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs for proper function.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, those who participate in such a diet can have an increased risk of developing an eating disorder. Studies have indicated a link between restrictive calorie\/macro counting and disordered eating. If you have a history of an eating disorder, you may want to avoid dieting altogether. Macro dieters may also be isolated from friends, as going out to dinner begins to feel like an off-limits type of activity due to the difficulty in managing macros when another person prepares the meal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The important thing when following a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mediterranean-diet-macros\/\">macro diet<\/a> is establishing the number of macros you should eat in a day. You\u2019ll need to start by determining your daily caloric intake goal. From there, you can determine your macros with the following calculations (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sclhealth.org\/blog\/2018\/10\/what-are-macros-and-why-should-i-be-counting-them\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/macro-diet\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10-35% protein<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">45-65% carbohydrates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20-35% fats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-friendly-desserts\/\">Macro-Friendly Desserts: 10 Sweet Treats Under 250 Calories<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Macro_Friendly_Recipes\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32583 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-10-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Macro friendly recipes\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-10.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-10-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-10.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-10-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-10.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Macro_Friendly_Recipes\"><\/span><strong>What Are Macro Friendly Recipes?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A macro friendly recipe is one that takes into consideration the three categories of macronutrients based on your daily budget. Most people following a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macros-for-weight-loss-and-muscle-gain\/\">macro diet plan<\/a> their day, allotting macros for each meal. However, each meal is not required to have the perfect balance of macronutrients as long as the goal for each one is met throughout the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can do to help plan your day is to start by considering the meal you are most interested in eating. Once you plan that meal, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-calculator\/\">count the macros<\/a> that will be included in the recipe, then subtract that from your daily totals. This value will tell you what you have left for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-macronutrients\/\">each macronutrient<\/a> for the remaining meals. Simply divide them up between the two meals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By doing this, you can also create a macro friendly meal plan. Instead of just planning on the day\u2019s meals, you\u2019ll plan for a minimum of a week, considering the macros in every meal. Using healthy meal prep ideas you can prepare your food ahead of time and freeze it, making weeknight dinners a breeze.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Macro_Is_Most_Filling\"><\/span><strong>Which Macro Is Most Filling?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein and fat tend to be more filling than carbohydrates, although carbohydrates that are high in fiber are more filling than others. Protein is often a main focus for macro dieters, because in addition to being filling, it is less energy dense than fat while also being important for muscle building or maintenance. This combination can result in the maintenance of healthy body weight. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein is also essential for many other reasons. Their primary functions include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide support to your cells<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support immune function<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aid movement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required for hormone synthesis and chemical reactions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amino acids are the building blocks that comprise protein. Nine are considered essential; meaning, your body is not capable of producing them on its own, which means you must obtain them through a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macrobiotic-diet\/\">healthy diet<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age, activity level, pregnancy status, and body size affect daily protein intake requirements. Protein requirements differ from person to person; however, everyone requires the consumption of protein for optimal body functioning (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/high-protein-foods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Macro_Friendly_Recipes\" rel=\"noopener\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Meals_Are_High_in_Protein\"><\/span><strong>What Meals Are High in Protein?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To have a meal high in protein, you must choose at least one ingredient with a good source of protein. Choosing macro friendly meal prep recipes can help you prepare high-protein meals in advance to meet your macro needs. There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/a-macro-food-list\/\">specific foods<\/a> you will want to target to include in your meal plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs are one of the most common and beneficial high-protein foods you can include in your meals. The protein from the egg is simple to absorb. Eggs are also a great source of many nutrients, including selenium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin A, and choline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a great snack food, almonds are packed with vital nutrients, including magnesium, manganese, fiber, and Vitamin E. If you\u2019re vegetarian or vegan, they also hold the benefit of being plant-based. Almonds and other nuts contain healthy fats which have the potential to help reduce LDL cholesterol and high blood pressure. In addition to being a great snack, you can also add this food to salads and grain bowls. Pistachios and cashews are excellent alternatives to almonds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fish is a great option for adding protein to your diet because it may help reduce your risk factors for heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Fatty fish contain significant omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health, among other great benefits. Fish also provides many vitamins and minerals to your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken breast offers excellent versatility in addition to its ability to boost your protein intake. It goes with many macro friendly chicken recipes, allowing you to enjoy it in several ways. From salad to stir fry to soup, the options for chicken are nearly endless. An excellent alternative would be turkey breast. As a lean meat, it offers a low-fat option for protein intake and a slightly different flavor from the chicken, allowing you to spice up your dinner routine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/high-protein-foods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Macro_Friendly_Recipes\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32568 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Macro friendly recipes\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Make_Easy_High-Protein_Meals\"><\/span><strong>How To Make Easy High-Protein Meals?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When planning <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegetarian-macro-meal-plan\/\">macro friendly<\/a> dinner recipes, you can be as creative as you want to be. If this is your big meal of the day, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macro-split-for-cutting\/\">plan your macros<\/a> around it. Evaluate what percentage of your daily values your dinner will take up and go from there. Even if you\u2019re not keeping a close watch on all your macros, you\u2019ll want to ensure you get some high-protein meals in, as protein is essential to your body\u2019s health. Let\u2019s look at some dinner recipes that can spark your imagination.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salmon_With_Cilantro_and_Lime\"><\/span><strong>Salmon With Cilantro and Lime<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe provides a fresh take on salmon, adding a little kick with some jalape\u00f1o (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.closetcooking.com\/cilantro-and-lime-salmon\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 lime<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd jalape\u00f1o, coarsely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp cilantro, coarsely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt and pepper to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 lb salmon fillet<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preheat oven to 400\u2109 (200\u2103).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Puree oil, cilantro, garlic, jalape\u00f1o, and the juice and zest of lime with a food processor until smooth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line a baking sheet with foil and place salmon on top. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper. Spread the puree on the salmon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bake until just cooked, approximately 10 &#8211; 15 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Macros for 1 serving (recipe makes 6): 245 calories, 30 g protein, 14 g fat, 1.5 g carbs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pair with a vegetable and starch of your choice for a complete and balanced meal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macros-for-weight-loss-female\/\">Macros For Weight Loss Female: How To Eat Healthy AND Lose Weight<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turkey_Chili\"><\/span><strong>Turkey Chili<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This turkey chili recipe offers a bold flavor while providing lean protein with a serving of vegetables (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitiouskitchen.com\/seriously-the-best-healthy-turkey-chili\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 cloves garlic, minced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 yellow onion, chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 medium red bell pepper, chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 pound 99% lean ground turkey\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 tbsp chili powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp dried oregano<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp ground cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp cayenne pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp salt, extra to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bc cups chicken broth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 (15 oz) cans dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, drained and rinsed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toppings: cheese, cilantro, avocado, sour cream, tortilla chips<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a large pot, add oil and place over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and red pepper, sauteeing for approximately 5 &#8211; 7 minutes. Stir frequently.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add ground turkey, breaking the meat up and cooking thoroughly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add chili powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, cumin, and salt. Stir together.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add chicken broth, tomatoes, corn, and kidney beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Chili will thicken. Add more salt as needed to taste.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garnish as you please with suggested toppings. 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These recipes will consider your protein, carbohydrates, and fats, allowing you to properly budget for each meal.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein is a more filling macronutrient, providing you with a sense of fullness and satiety that can lead to maintaining healthy body weight. Many focus heavily on developing high-protein meals to help keep their hunger cues under control, effectively losing weight and maintaining the loss. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here we will explain macros and how they fit into your daily dietary needs. We will also explain a macro-friendly recipe and provide examples of high-protein recipes. Read on to find out more information about these recipes.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>What Are Macros, and Why Do They Matter?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before understanding the macro diet\u2019s ins and outs, you need to understand what macros are. \u201cMacro\u201d is short for the word macronutrient. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/4-macronutrients\/\">Macronutrients<\/a> are divided into the three categories of nutrients that make up most of your diet and which provide you with most of your energy. They include protein, carbohydrates, and fats. To count macros, you\u2019ll count the grams of each category of macronutrients you consume.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s not to say that keeping track of your calories is a moot point. They are just as essential when counting macros. You\u2019ll have to go a bit further with your tracking when you decide to do a macro diet in that you\u2019ll need to consider where your calories are coming from. 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