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Soya Corn Cutlets

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AED 2.60

Cost to make

35g

Protein

347 kcal

Calories

AED 0.74

Cost per 10g protein

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35g Protein Soya Corn Cutlets

AED 2.60

Calories: 347
Protein: 35g
Carbs: 45g
Fat: 3g
Per 10g protein: AED 0.74

40% of calories from protein

66g Protein Tomato Chicken Salad

AED 12.60

Calories: 422
Protein: 66g
Carbs: 26g
Fat: 6g
Per 10g protein: AED 1.91

63% of calories from protein

44g Protein Apple Banana Cake

AED 8.90

Calories: 493
Protein: 44g
Carbs: 56g
Fat: 11g
Per 10g protein: AED 2.02

36% of calories from protein

40g Protein Paneer Pocket

AED 8.40

Calories: 508
Protein: 40g
Carbs: 13g
Fat: 33g
Per 10g protein: AED 2.10

31% of calories from protein

26g Protein Chocolate Shake

AED 5.70

Calories: 295
Protein: 26g
Carbs: 24g
Fat: 11g
Per 10g protein: AED 2.19

35% of calories from protein

Crispy Fava Bean Kebabs

AED 4.80

Calories: 353
Protein: 20g
Carbs: 66g
Fat: 1g
Per 10g protein: AED 2.40

23% of calories from protein

Costs and nutritional values are estimates for informational purposes, based on standard ingredients at the time of preparation and filming. Actual values vary by location, brand, portion size, and market conditions.

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