Tuna & Egg Protein Box

Snack · Easy · 6 min (6 prep + 0 cook) · Makes 1 serving (~70 g protein). Use the planner's servings stepper to batch-cook.
High-proteinLow-carbGluten-freeNo-cook
Tuna & Egg Protein Box — high-protein snack recipe

Tuna & Egg Protein Box delivers 70 g of protein for just 5 g net carbs — zero stove time, ready in minutes. A filling, macro-balanced snack that won't spike your blood sugar.

70 gProtein
5 gNet carbs
18 gFat
2 gFiber
462Calories

Ingredients

  • 150 g Canned tuna in water (drained)
  • 3 Large eggs (hard-boiled)
  • 150 g Low-fat cottage cheese
  • 100 g Cucumber & cherry tomatoes
  • Lemon, salt & pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Method

  1. Pack the tuna, halved eggs and cottage cheese into a lunchbox.
  2. Add the cucumber and tomatoes; season and squeeze over a little lemon.

Storage & make-ahead

Best assembled fresh. Prep the components up to 2 days ahead, keep chilled, and combine just before eating.

Tip

A no-cook, ultra-lean protein box you can assemble in minutes. Meal-prep friendly.

Dietary swaps

Dairy-free: Low-fat cottage cheese → dairy-free cottage cheese or blended silken tofu (for lactose intolerance or a dairy-free diet)

Full nutrition (estimated, per serving): 462 kcal · 70 g protein · 5 g net carbs · 18 g fat (7 g sat) · 2 g fiber · 7 g sugar · 1570 mg sodium. Allergens: Milk, Egg, Fish. Macros are realistic estimates from standard food-composition values; brands and portions vary.

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