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The Tesco Meal Deal Matrix

Fifteen minutes before a meeting, stood in Tesco. The meal deal is a British institution, and usually terrible for you. Here's how to turn it into 40g+ of protein.

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Meal Deals

Most people walk out with a Hoisin Duck wrap, crisps and a smoothie: nearly 1,000 calories and barely any protein. With the same £3.90, you can do far better.

1. The "Absolute Unit"

Chicken triple sandwich + Fridge Raiders + UFIT protein shake. 66g protein, 830 kcal. Maximum protein for the money when you're properly hungry.

2. The "Smart Cut"

Swap the bread for a chicken salad bowl, add a hard-boiled egg pot and a protein shake. 59g protein, 550 kcal. The efficiency pick if you're watching calories.

3. The "I Can't Eat Another Sandwich"

Chicken & bacon pasta salad + Peperami + protein shake. 52g protein, 730 kcal. A change from the usual without wrecking the day.

Red flags to avoid
  • Smoothies (high sugar, no protein).
  • Premium crisps (poor macro ratio for the calories).
  • Mayo-heavy sandwiches (the calories hide in the dressing).

Build the perfect meal deal.

Scan each item and watch your protein and calories add up before you reach the till.

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