What does the cryptic crossword clue "Source of protein, say, with first of goodies (3)" mean?

The definition is "Source of protein,". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EG (abbreviation="say,") + G (first_letter="goodies") = EGG; definition: "Source of protein," The answer is EGG.

Source of protein, say, with first of goodies (3)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17006 | 22 Across | 2023-01-06 flower

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