Quick Yield Guide
| Ingredient | 1 lb → Meals | Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast | 4 | 4 oz |
| Ground Beef | 4 | 4 oz |
| Salmon | 3–4 | 4–5 oz |
| Rice (dry) | 6–8 | ½ cup cooked |
| Pasta (dry) | 4–5 | 1 cup cooked |
Meal Prep Yield Calculator: Cook Once, Eat All Week
Stop guessing. Our Meal Prep Yield Calculator tells you exactly how many meals you’ll get from bulk ingredients.
Why Meal Prep?
- Save time: Cook once, eat 5 days
- Save money: Buy in bulk
- Portion control: Hit macros
- Reduce waste: Use every ounce
How to Use
- Select main ingredient
- Enter amount purchased
- Set serving size per meal
- Get total meals + leftover
Protein Yields
- Chicken: 1 lb → 4 meals (4 oz each)
- Beef: 1 lb → 4 meals
- Salmon: 1 lb → 3–4 meals
- Tofu: 14 oz → 3–4 meals
Carb Yields
- Rice: 1 cup dry → 3 cups cooked → 6 meals
- Quinoa: 1 cup dry → 3 cups cooked
- Pasta: 1 lb dry → 8 cups cooked → 8 meals
Storage Tips
- Fridge: 3–4 days
- Freezer: 2–3 months
- Label with date
- Reheat to 165°F
Pair with Other Tools
Need portions? Use Meal Portion Calculator. Track cost? Try Food Cost Calculator.
Conclusion
Meal prep like a pro. Use our Meal Prep Yield Calculator to batch cook with confidence.