You don't need to avoid meal deals. You just need to make smarter picks inside the same three-item framework.
The main
Skip the pasta pots, which tend to be drowning in mayo. Better options:
- Roast chicken & bacon sandwich (reliable protein).
- Hoisin duck wrap (leaner than the mayo-heavy fillings).
- A salad bowl with real protein: egg, chicken or tuna.
The snack (this is where it's won or lost)
Crisps are a wasted slot. Trade up to protein:
- Spinach & egg protein pot.
- Chicken satay skewers.
- Fridge Raiders or a Peperami.
The drink
Don't drink your calories. Water, a zero-sugar soft drink, or a protein shake (check the label for added sugar).
The result
- 30–40g of protein for under a fiver.
- Scan each item before you buy to confirm the numbers.
Hit 40g of protein at lunch.
Scan the shelf and build a meal deal that actually fits your goals.