This New $4 Protein Hack Has Just Got The Ellie Carpenter Tick Of Approval

If your lunch order has ever left you eyeing up the snack drawer by 3pm, Soul Origin has news for you. The fresh-food favourite has teamed up with Aussie soccer star Ellie Carpenter for a new long-term partnership, and they're kicking things off with a seriously solid protein upgrade.

From now until 12 August, you can add an extra 80g of Chicken Schnitzel or Poached Chicken to any Soul Origin salad for just $4. Better yet, there's no loyalty membership, points collecting or app downloading required, this one’s available to everyone.

The move comes after growing demand from Aussies looking for meals that pack a little more protein, keep them fuller for longer and offer more flexibility when it comes to customising their order. And honestly? We get it.

Whether you're chasing a more substantial lunch, fuelling up after a workout or simply looking to make your go-to salad work a little harder, the new add-on is an easy win. You can choose between Soul Origin's freshly crumbed Chicken Schnitzel or tender Poached Chicken, with both options served in a generous 80g portion.

As for Carpenter herself? She's already got a favourite order lined up.

"As an athlete, I want food that's fresh, tasty and filling, and gives me the energy to keep going without the 3pm slump," says Carpenter. Her pick is the Chicken Avocado Salad topped with an extra serve of Poached Chicken, because, in her words, "more protein, more flavour and more fuel" is never a bad thing.

The launch also shines a spotlight on Soul Origin's much-loved chicken range, with the brand's signature schnitzels earning a loyal following thanks to freshly crumbed chicken, quality ingredients and flavour-packed combinations.

So if your regular salad could use a little extra oomph, this might be your sign. Check out the offer here.

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