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High Protein Recipes

Protein-rich recipes to support muscle building, recovery, and satiety.

Greek Yogurt Parfait
Breakfast
High Protein
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 0 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (0% or 2% fat)
  • 1/4 cup mixed berries
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
  • 1 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)

Instructions:

  1. Mix protein powder with Greek yogurt if using.
  2. Layer half of the Greek yogurt in a glass or bowl.
  3. Add half of the berries, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of chia seeds and nuts.
  4. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  5. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
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Chicken and Quinoa Bowl
Lunch
High Protein
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min

Ingredients:

  • 6 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup mixed roasted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli)
  • 1/4 avocado, sliced
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Arrange quinoa in a bowl as the base.
  2. Top with sliced grilled chicken and roasted vegetables.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the bowl.
  5. Add sliced avocado and garnish with fresh herbs.
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Meal Prep Friendly
Baked Salmon with Sweet Potato
Dinner
High Protein
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min

Ingredients:

  • 6 oz salmon fillet
  • 1 medium sweet potato, cubed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or dill)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss sweet potato cubes with half the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes.
  3. Add broccoli to the baking sheet, toss with a bit more oil, and continue roasting.
  4. In a small bowl, mix remaining olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place salmon on the baking sheet with vegetables, brush with the herb mixture.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
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Turkey and Avocado Wrap
Lunch
High Protein
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 0 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole grain wrap
  • 4 oz sliced turkey breast
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup mixed greens
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Mix Greek yogurt with lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a sauce.
  2. Lay wrap flat and spread sauce in the center.
  3. Layer turkey, avocado, and mixed greens on top of the sauce.
  4. Fold the sides of the wrap in, then roll from the bottom up to form a burrito shape.
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