Healthy High Protein Diet Recipes

Essential to muscle growth and repair, metabolic functionality, and about a million other complex bodily processes, protein plays a major role in maintaining overall health and wellness. Our high-protein recipes run the gamut from smoothies to main course dinners, so you can keep it pumping all day long.

glass filled with green apple smoothie and garnished with green apple and cinnamon sticks
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Silky Apple Pie Smoothie

Apple pie à la mode meets nourishing, plant-based nutrition — it doesn't get much more wholesome than that.

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Carrot Cake Smoothie

Whip up this classic cake in smoothie form! With only naturally occurring sugar, this creamy orange smoothie with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon can double as a slightly sweet treat or snack to sip on in-between meals.

A slice of homemade potatoes au gratin fresh out of the oven on a wooden spatula.
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Potatoes au Gratin

Cheesy, creamy, potatoes with a crisp, golden-brown top – we'd be hard-pressed to think of a more perfect side dish.

Mother Earth's Green Smoothie Bowl topped with kiwi, raspberries, banana, chia seeds, and chopped nuts, with spinach and extra toppings scattered around.
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Mother Earth's Green Smoothie Bowl

Show Mother Earth and your body some love with this Green Smoothie Bowl! Top the nutrient-rich green smoothie base with nuts, seeds, granola, or fresh fruit of your choice.

Raspberry Protein Smoothie in a glass with ingredients, nearby a blender cup with cottage cheese, raspberries, peanut butter and honey.
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Raspberry Protein Smoothie

Thick and creamy, this smoothie is like sticking your straw in cheesecake. And thanks to the cottage cheese and almond butter, it packs a serious dose of high-quality protein. You have to give this smoothie a try – you won’t regret it!

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Protein-Packed Banana Bread Smoothie

Calling all banana bread lovers, this smoothie is for you! Don’t let the sweetness fool you - with 26 grams of protein, you’ll have the energy to make another batch and share it with friends. It also contains lots of fiber and leafy greens so you can enjoy every sip guilt-free. Great as breakfast-on-the-go, a pre-workout boost, or post-workout cooldown! When the sweet tooth strikes, strike back with a protein-packed banana bread smoothie!

stack of peanut butter granola bars with chocolate drizzle and chocolate chips
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No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bar

Need a quick breakfast or snack? These chewy, nutty, and oh-so-yummy no-bake granola bars have got you covered! With a mix of oats, nuts, and seeds, these bars will keep you satisfied and energized.

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Protein-Packed Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Pumpkin pie season doesn’t have to end when the holiday season ends. This recipe provides all the hearty and comforting ingredients you crave, year-round! All you need to do is stock up on some pure pumpkin puree. Pureed pumpkin is relatively mild in flavor, which allows other healthy ingredients, like pineapples, peaches, and cinnamon to really shine. Unlike your typical pumpkin pie, this recipe is high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats that make this smoothie a delightful reminder of the holidays without all the guilt!

green smoothie in a tall glass on a tray next to fresh green and purple grapes
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Grape Protein Smoothie

Why choose between a post-workout snack and a beauty-boosting beverage when you can have both? Packed with protein and antioxidants, the Grape Protein Smoothie has got you covered. Protein does more than just build and repair muscles – it helps maintain healthy skin, hair, and nails! This recipe has all the protein you need, thanks to lightly sweet peas and Plant-Based Protein.

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Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl

Who said you can’t have chocolate for breakfast? Chocolate and bananas are a match made in heaven. Not only do they taste amazing together, but they also give you a mighty boost of energy to help you power through the day. This protein-packed smoothie bowl will keep you nice and full, too. Enjoy it for breakfast, for dessert, and any time in between!

nutribullet grain cooker with salmon and bok choy brown rice bowl
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Salmon & Brown Rice with Bok Choy

Flavored with soy, garlic, and ginger, this succulent duo of salmon and bok choy sits beautifully on its bed of fluffy veggie-filled rice.

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Jon's Winning Green Smoothie

In an office filled with fruits, veggies, almond milk, and NutriBullets, it only made sense to hold our own smoothie-making contest. We tested them all, and this one reigns supreme. Developed by Jon, our Senior Software Developer, this green smoothie is filled with heart-healthy hemp and flax seeds, and it's full of alpha-linolenic acid, plant-based protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. Juicy peaches and blackberries add a burst of sweetness and nutrients, while leafy greens support healthy vision and strong bones.

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