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Happy Thursday, friends! I hope you’ve had a great week so far and are gearing up for a fun Fourth of July weekend! I spent the beginning of this week celebrating my birthday, which was such a fun way to kick off a week that’s already full of celebrations. It was so nice getting to spend time with friends, and I’m looking forward to keeping the festivities going this weekend with some time at the lake and hanging out with family and friends.

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been sharing all of my favorite Fourth of July recipes, so if you’re still deciding what to make this weekend, I’ve linked a few of my favorites below! They’re all simple, crowd-friendly recipes that are perfect for barbecues, summer hosting, or bringing to a holiday gathering.

I’m also finally getting back into the full swing of meal prepping in my new kitchen, and it feels so good to be back in my routine. This week’s lineup is one of my favorites!

First up are my Ground Beef Chimichurri Rice Bowls. I love a good ground beef bowl because it’s an easy way to stay full, hit my protein goals, and get a balanced meal in during a busy day. The fresh chimichurri sauce adds such a light, flavorful finish, and these reheated perfectly for lunches and dinners all week.

For breakfast, I prepped my Copycat Starbucks Egg White Bites. I usually pair them with a slice of sourdough, and they make mornings so much easier when I already have breakfast ready to go.

I also made my Buffalo Chicken Salad—you all know I can’t resist a good chicken salad! The flavor in this one is so good, and it’s delicious served on sourdough or with crackers for an easy lunch.

And finally, I made my Creamy Fruit Salad, which is one of my favorite recipes this time of year. It’s perfect for Fourth of July gatherings or any summer get-together. I mix in Chobani’s 20g Protein Yogurt Drink, which makes it extra creamy while adding a boost of protein that I love.

I hope you all have a safe, relaxing, and fun holiday weekend! If you make any of this week’s recipes, or any of your Fourth of July favorites, be sure to tag me. I love seeing what you’re prepping each week!

Copycat Starbucks Red Pepper Egg White Bites

Ground Beef Chimichurri Rice Bowls

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Creamy Fruit Salad

Wash & Store Fruit