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.

chocolate protein post-workout shake next to avocado, sliced banana and protein powder
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Loco-Cocoa Recovery Shake

A chocolatey, protein-packed smoothie ideal for a post-workout treat. After a workout, your body is like a sponge ready to absorb nutrients. Replenish it with a recovery snack filled with complex carbs, protein, and a little healthy fat. Pro tip: kick up your smoothie with a sprinkle of cayenne pepper!

plate of chicken parmesan with basil and cherry tomatoes
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Chicken Parmesan

We simplified the traditional layered dish, cutting down on quantity, mess, and extra grease without sacrificing its distinctive chicken parm'-ness. Enjoy on its own, in a sub, or atop your favorite pasta for a taste of la dolce vita.

a short glass filled with a green smoothie next to a cup of fresh spinach and a spoonful of cashew butter
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Cherry and Kale Protein Smoothie

Red and green and protein all over, the Cherry and Kale Protein Smoothie is an adventure in a blender! Featuring totally tubular ingredients like almond milk, cashew butter, protein powder, kale, and cherries, this is one green smoothie sure to send your spirit on a one-way trip to the heart of spring. It’s go-time!

fresh tacos in homemade corn tortillas on blue platter served with aioli and slaw
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Fish Tacos

Mixing your fry batter in the food processor ensures an even consistency that crisps up beautifully. You can prepare your fish tacos any way you’d like, but wrapping them in our Homemade Spinach Tortillas and topping with Homemade Slaw and Chipotle Aioli will bring an unmatched level of freshness and deliciousness.

plate of salmon burger on a bun with avocado, onion, lettuce and pickles
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Salmon Burgers

We love serving these juicy salmon burgers on a bun, but they’re also great over salads, grain bowls, and other savory favorites. We recommend using an air fryer to get the burgers extra crispy, but you can also pan-fry or bake them for similar results.

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Plant-Based Mole

Mole is a traditional sauce used in Mexican cuisine made with roasted chilies and an assortment of spices. Once combined, you’ll taste a layered flavor of sweet, salty, spicy, and smoky. Use this mole sauce to top your protein like chicken, as an enchilada sauce, or over rice.

A blender cup with Berry Protein Smoothie with a splash, as sliced bananas and blueberries are dropped into it against a purple background.
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Berry Protein Smoothie

When you're looking for a healthy breakfast on the go, this protein-packed smoothie makes for a convenient, satisfying option. With sweetness and antioxidants from banana and blueberries, it’s also super refreshing and delicious.

roasted squash stuffed with spiced sorghum, kale, and lentils
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Stuffed Squash with Curry Spiced Sorghum

A gluten-free cereal with as much protein as quinoa, sorghum is a great grain to add to your rotation. This preparation is filled with warm spices and nourishing veggies for boatloads of flavor and nutrients.

Two glasses of beet smoothie and pink nutribullet blender in front of a floral backdrop
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Very Merry Valentine

Start your day off with a sweet and tangy blend of beets, orange and berries along with protein-packed greek yogurt to jumpstart your day. 

A clear glass mug filled with Creamy Coffee Smoothie, viewed from above, with a scattering of coffee beans on a yellow background.
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Creamy Coffee Smoothie

Rise and shine with this creamy smoothie that offers more nutrition and less added sugar than your typical blended coffee beverage. The Greek yogurt also helps to stabilize your energy levels so you won’t fall victim to a mid-morning crash.

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