49 High Protein Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks

Protein: Tofu, chickpeas

We know, we know, kicking off a high protein recipes list with a salad. How very original of us.

But we challenge you not fall for this one: a beautifully balanced mix of macro and micronutrients, with enough plant-based protein in there to keep you filled up and your muscles fuelled.

Protein: Lentils

Hands up who’s all about healthy comfort food as the nights draw in? And comfort dinners come no healthier – nor more economical – than a big, chunky bowl of soup.

The lentils in this fragrant Moroccan recipe make this a worthy addition to our high protein recipes round up.

And if you ramp up the protein content, you can always add in some chicken to the recipe.

Protein: Chicken, chickpeas

Busy people and one-pot dishes: some things are made for one another.

This addition to our high protein recipes round up couldn’t be simpler to prepare.

If you’re cooking just for you, why not prepare a batch and serve with whatever chopped salad or cooked greens you have going spare.

Baked eggs: you’ve got to love them. This super-simple six-ingredient iteration brings together some of tastiest flavours from your Mediterranean holidays, such as Italian roasted tomatoes and tangy Greek feta.

While this recipe suggests using egg whites – we say use the whole egg. Yes, even if your current healthy eating goal is to lose weight.

That’s because by skipping the golden yolk you’ll lose out not only on extra protein but on essential healthy fats.

Protein: Eggs

Another egg-based addition to our high protein recipes. Swap out cereal for something a little different with these tasty high-protein egg muffins.

A couple of these should keep you full until lunchtime, no problem. Just bake a batch the night before.

Great as a snack, too!

Protein: Quinoa, eggs

While protein protein-rich meals are important, so are snacks. (And you save on ££ – while losing various additives – when you DIY your between meal morsels.)

These savoury biscuit-cracker hybrids are tasty, portable and deliver serious nutritional bang for your buck.

The sundried tomatoes add flavour to this recipe; add chopped olives for another level.

Protein: Oats, cottage cheese

We’re going to say this is probably the brightest of all the high protein recipes designed to be eaten first thing on our list.

This is a perfect upgrade on a simple bowl of oats – a little extra immune system supportive turmeric really won’t go amiss this winter.

Best bit? You can top it with whatever you like. (WH‘s favourite is protein-rich peanut butter and berries .)

Protein: Eggs, peanut butter, Greek yoghurt

Protein pancakes are a high protein breakfast staple.

Add protein powder for an even bigger boost or get yours from natural sources, like eggs, PB and yoghurt.

Protein: Cheese, eggs

Frittatas are a high protein breakfast classic (or easy dinner option) because as well as being filling they are so simple to whip up.

Add in whatever cheese, meat or vegetables you have in the fridge to the eggs. A perfect pre-payday addition to our high protein recipes list.

Protein: Quinoa, black beans, hemp seeds

Gone are the days when high protein simply meant chicken, chicken, turkey, chicken…and maybe a spoon of cottage cheese.

This vegan recipe combined a few of the best plant-based options to choose from. Lunch? That’s a wrap!

Protein: Tuna, eggs, Greek yoghurt, almonds

Like your classic fishcakes, but homemade, so not produced with excess oils and all those breadcrumbs. These high protein recipes are a winner on multiple front.

Seriously yummy. Plus, there’s a garlic and lemon yoghurt sauce to dip. Bonus.

Protein: Tofu, edamame

How good is Vietnamese cuisine? Fresh, colourful, simple and zingy – we can’t get enough.

And with this recipe, you can add those tasty south east Asian flavours to your roster of high protein recipes.

If you’re a fan of Vietnamese summer rolls – spring rolls’ non-fried, much healthier cousin – you’ll love this recipe, which transforms the delicious starter into a balanced main, perfect for prep-ahead lunches.

Protein: Meat, eggs, nuts, hummus, cheese

Are you a grazer who’s keen to swerve foods that’ll just up your daily calorie intake with sugars and additives?

Well, then you’ll love this protein-packed lunch box. Supplement your high protein recipes for main meals with snacks that will sustain you.

The perfect recipe within our high protein recipes edit for people who love picky bits.

Protein: Quinoa, spinach, almonds

Rejoice, seekers of high protein recipes! Meal prep need never look dull again, thanks to these bright, beautiful – and protein-rich – spinach and quinoa bowls.

Complete with a zingy lime dressing, and you’ll have official nailed lunch.

Protein: Chickpeas

Ah the humble chickpea: is there anything it can’t do?

And it’s a vital ingredient in high protein recipes for vegans, veggies and omnivores alike.

Aside from being cheap, versatile and bloody delicious, did you know that chickpeas are a rock solid addition to your high protein recipes list.

These guys are packed with protein (and, not to mention, that all important fibre).

Up your daily dose with these stuffed pittas, then top with hummus for a double chickpea (and protein) hit.

Protein: Quinoa, chickpeas

Buddha bowls are one of those rare things that are exactly as delicious as they look.

This simple vegan four-ingredient bowl is packed with protein. A perfect vegan option from within our high protein recipes.

Protein: Edamame, almonds

Another great source of vegan protein for your high protein recipes? The mean, green edamame bean.

You can fry them into fritters, enjoy fresh with a little sea salt, or mix into this corker of a vegan salad.

Want to impress your guests? Lightly toast your almonds in a frying pan for added flavour and crunch.

Protein: Quinoa, lentils, feta, salmon

Yep that’s four protein sources in one dish. That can only mean one thing.

That this addition to our high protein recipes list is a winner for post-gym gains and muscle repair. Or, you know, for someone who’s really bloody hungry.

Protein: Tofu

Tofu has serving has around about the same amount of protein as an egg, which isn’t bad.

This protein-rich combo is perfect for sprinkling over your lunch salad.

Bonus: this entry into our high protein recipes list is super simple from a prep POV. Just chop, bang in a tray, and roast.

Protein: Chicken, broccoli

Both of these ingredients are main stays in high protein recipes. And an easy high protein dinner all cooked in one pan = result.

Ideal for those days you just want something speedy, this chicken and broccoli stir-fry is so simple and nourishing, you’ll be making it on repeat.