Clean Recipes That Have a Secret Ingredient – Deli Meat!

By Victor Verdugo

Updated on March 25, 2016 at 6:00 AM

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POPSUGAR Photography / Lizzie Fuhr

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The hardest part of choosing to eat clean is having to come up with meals that are as delicious as they are nutritious. But what if we told you that the key was in your refrigerator this whole time? Yes, we're talking about deli meat! However, its uses are not limited to sandwiches anymore. Deli meat has come a long way since your more simple school days. It's the perfect option to add lean protein to any meal. Keep reading to learn four ways you can get creative with this all-time classic lunch meat.

Cauliflower "Rice" Stir-Fry

If you're craving a bit of Asian cuisine, this cauliflower "rice" stir fry recipe will leave you satisfied without packing on the calories. Mix in a bit of ham or turkey and you're good to go.

BLT Salad

This BLT salad with bacon is undeniably delicious. Yeah we said it – bacon! The trick is to opt for a bacon that has no artificial ingredients or preservatives, like HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE® Original Uncured Bacon .

Zucchini Noodle Pasta

You might already be a zoodle (zucchini noodle) fanatic, but you can totally remix this recipe by adding deli roasted chicken. It's a light and fresh alternative to a heavy pasta dish.

Hearty Wrap Sandwich

Remember eating a turkey sandwich for lunch as a kid? Well this wrap is the grown-up version. Use a whole-wheat tortilla instead of bread and add deli roasted turkey for a punch of protein.

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