--- title: Lean Beef Meatballs & Pistachio Salmon Filet Meal Prep | The Woodlands description: Weekly personal chef meal prep in The Woodlands, featuring Lean Beef Meatballs and Pistachio Crusted Salmon Filet. View the full menu and gallery by Chef Ana. canonical: https://personalchefana.com/portfolio/lean-beef-meatballs-tomato-pistachio-salmon-filet-meal-prep-the-woodlands/ language: en-US --- Weekly Meal Prep · The Woodlands, TX # Italian and citrus-led meal prep with tomato basil meatballs, pistachio salmon and strawberry yogurt parfaits **Date:** November 2, 2026 **Service:** Weekly Meal Prep **Prep Time:** 5 hours **Dishes:** 10 ![Arugula Caprese salad sits beside garlic lime shrimp, with mozzarella pearls and dark dressing packed separately.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio-edits/lean-beef-meatballs-tomato-pistachio-salmon-filet-meal-prep-the-woodlands/banner/caa71c31-e695-462b-8c7d-bf6dfdb04a61/publication-v1/1280x960/image.jpg) What We Prepared ## Complete Menu Weekly Meal Prep · November 2, 2026 Proteins Garlic lemon chciken breast 7% lean beef meatballs in tomato basil sauce Pistachio crusted salmon filet Garlic lime shrimp Salads Arugula Caprese salad Starchy Sides Healthier Mac& cheese with chicken Garlic & herbs baked potato with ranch sauce on the side. Sweets 2% Greek yogurt parfait jars with strawberries & granola on the side Vegetables Parmesan seared broccoli Charred Green beans Almondine Created by Chef Ana ## Photo Gallery ![Arugula Caprese salad sits beside garlic lime shrimp, with mozzarella pearls and dark dressing packed separately.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/lime-shrimp-caprese-salad.jpg) Arugula Caprese salad sits beside garlic lime shrimp, with mozzarella pearls and dark dressing packed separately. ![Chicken macaroni has golden crumbs beside red-sauced beef meatballs, Parmesan broccoli and almond-topped green beans.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/tomato-meatballs-chicken-mac.jpg) Chicken macaroni has golden crumbs beside red-sauced beef meatballs, Parmesan broccoli and almond-topped green beans. ![Orange tails and browned edges distinguish garlic lime shrimp beneath lime wedges, beside arugula salad and broccoli.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/garlic-lime-shrimp.jpg) Orange tails and browned edges distinguish garlic lime shrimp beneath lime wedges, beside arugula salad and broccoli. ![Golden garlic and herb potatoes retain their skins, with chopped green herbs scattered over browned cut surfaces.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/garlic-herbs-baked-potato.jpg) Golden garlic and herb potatoes retain their skins, with chopped green herbs scattered over browned cut surfaces. ![A coarse browned crust covers pistachio salmon portions, with pink fish visible along the edges.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/pistachio-crusted-salmon-filet.jpg) A coarse browned crust covers pistachio salmon portions, with pink fish visible along the edges. ![Strawberry Greek yogurt parfait jars show white yogurt over red fruit, with granola in separate top compartments.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/strawberry-greek-yogurt-parfaits.jpg) Strawberry Greek yogurt parfait jars show white yogurt over red fruit, with granola in separate top compartments. ![Sliced garlic lemon chicken breast rests in juices beneath lemon slices and chopped herbs, beside almond-topped beans.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/garlic-lemon-chicken-breast.jpg) Sliced garlic lemon chicken breast rests in juices beneath lemon slices and chopped herbs, beside almond-topped beans. ![Packed pistachio salmon portions stack below strawberry yogurt parfaits, with labeled lids and separate granola cups visible.](https://cdn.personalchefana.com/portfolio/nov02-lean-beef/salmon-strawberry-yogurt-parfaits.jpg) Packed pistachio salmon portions stack below strawberry yogurt parfaits, with labeled lids and separate granola cups visible. Chef Ana's Perspective ## Chef's Notes For this week's meals in The Woodlands, TX, I would start with Garlic lime shrimp and Arugula Caprese salad while the seafood and leaves are freshest. The 7% lean beef meatballs in tomato basil sauce give the week a saucy option alongside the crusted fish. For portions intended beyond three to four refrigerated days, I recommend freezing the meatballs promptly rather than holding the whole batch for the week. **Read the full notes** Pistachio crusted salmon filet and Garlic lemon chciken breast need different handling when reheated. I recommend warming the salmon uncovered at 325°F, checking after 10 minutes so the coating stays exposed to dry heat. For the sliced chicken, I would cover it with its cooking juices and check after 15 minutes at 325°F; either dish may need longer, and refrigerated leftovers should be heated through. I kept the granola separate for the 2% Greek yogurt parfait jars with strawberries & granola on the side, so it can be added just before eating. Arugula Caprese salad follows the same packing logic, with the mozzarella and dressing shown separately from the leaves and tomatoes. The parfait jars have their own granola compartments, while the salad components can be combined a portion at a time. 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