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.

bowl of wild rice salad with corn, butternut squash and beans
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3 Sisters Wild Rice Salad

The “three sisters” this dish refers to are corn, squash, and beans. In a technique originating from Northeastern Native American tribes, the three crops are planted together so the corn stalk provides support for the climbing bean plant, while the squash spreads horizontally to cover and protect the soil. The “sisters” also complement each other nutritionally, offering complex carbohydrates, fiber, protein, and a host of phytonutrients in every bite.

bird's eye view of coffee smoothie surrounded by coffee beans, ice cubes, and almonds
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Protein Cold Brew

Boost your morning coffee with a hearty dose of protein in this hybrid frozen coffee-smoothie concoction.

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.

avocado egg salad on toast with sliced radishes
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Avocado Egg Salad

Filling and flavorful, this easy-to-make avocado egg salad is the perfect spread for sandwiches or topping for your favorite salads. You can also enjoy it as a dip!

slices of spiced zucchini bread with butter, grated zucchini, and cinnamon sugar
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Zucchini Bread

This sweet and nutty spice bread is deliciously moist thanks to one special ingredient: zucchini!

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 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.

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!

cup of green smoothie next to fresh strawberries and fresh flowers
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Cinnamon Strawberry Walnut Party

Fuel your day with this creamy, vibrant smoothie packed with spinach, avocado, sweet strawberries, crunchy walnuts, and a touch of cinnamon for a delicious, nutrient-rich boost. Blended with almond milk, flax seeds, and plant-based protein, it’s the perfect mix of flavor and wellness in every sip!

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.

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