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High-protein recipes built to deliver at least 25g of protein per serving — the threshold most studies use for muscle protein synthesis after a meal. Each recipe lists protein in grams up front, alongside calories, carbs, fat, and total time. Use them to fill the gap between training sessions, build a cutting menu, or simply make hunger easier to manage during the day.

613 recipes in this category.

Sausage and Cheese Breakfast Scramble
breakfast

Sausage and Cheese Breakfast Scramble

Fluffy scrambled eggs with spicy sausage, cheddar cheese, and whole wheat toast

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22 min598 kcal·P38g·C76g·F17g
Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
lunch

Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Tender grilled chicken breast served over a bed of fluffy quinoa with mixed vegetables, dressed with a light lemon vinaigrette

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40 min612 kcal·P46g·C62g·F20g
French Toast with Berries and Greek Yogurt
breakfast

French Toast with Berries and Greek Yogurt

Golden-brown French toast topped with fresh mixed berries and creamy Greek yogurt

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22 min716 kcal·P54g·C81g·F20g
protein-packed breakfast burrito with black beans
breakfast

protein-packed breakfast burrito with black beans

Hearty whole wheat tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, black beans, cheese, and avocado for sustained energy

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22 min873 kcal·P65g·C87g·F29g
Grilled Chicken Breast with Farro and Roasted Vegetables
lunch

Grilled Chicken Breast with Farro and Roasted Vegetables

Seasoned grilled chicken breast served with nutty farro grain, roasted bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes

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45 min722 kcal·P44g·C88g·F19g
Turkey Sausage Breakfast Scramble with Whole Wheat Toast
breakfast

Turkey Sausage Breakfast Scramble with Whole Wheat Toast

Fluffy scrambled eggs with lean turkey sausage, spinach, and mushrooms served with whole wheat toast and a side of fresh orange juice

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25 min728 kcal·P56g·C84g·F21g
Pan-Seared Salmon with Bubble and Squeak
dinner

Pan-Seared Salmon with Bubble and Squeak

Fresh salmon fillet with traditional bubble and squeak made from cabbage and potatoes

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45 min920 kcal·P68g·C102g·F25g
Baked Pork Chop with Roasted Carrots and Barley
dinner

Baked Pork Chop with Roasted Carrots and Barley

Tender baked pork chop with herb seasoning, served with roasted rainbow carrots and creamy pearl barley

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42 min441 kcal·P34g·C45g·F15g
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Grilled Chicken
lunch

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Grilled Chicken

Hearty salad with grilled chicken breast, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, and mixed greens dressed with lemon vinaigrette

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25 min422 kcal·P17g·C61g·F15g
Pan-Seared Cod with Creamed Spinach, Brussels Sprouts, and Rice
dinner

Pan-Seared Cod with Creamed Spinach, Brussels Sprouts, and Rice

Tender pan-seared cod fillet with creamy spinach sauce, roasted Brussels sprouts, and white rice

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50 min1470 kcal·P133g·C103g·F61g
Pan-Seared Cod with Quinoa and Roasted Broccoli
dinner

Pan-Seared Cod with Quinoa and Roasted Broccoli

Crispy pan-seared white fish fillet served over fluffy quinoa with roasted broccoli florets and a light lemon-herb sauce

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40 min1021 kcal·P78g·C118g·F29g
Quinoa and Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers
dinner

Quinoa and Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a savory mix of quinoa, ground turkey, black beans, and spices, topped with a sprinkle of cheese. A hearty and nutritious dinner option that meets your dietary needs.

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45 min631 kcal·P40g·C79g·F18g
Protein-Rich Smoked Salmon Bagel Bowl
breakfast

Protein-Rich Smoked Salmon Bagel Bowl

Everything bagel bowl topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, avocado, and capers for a high-protein breakfast

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15 min887 kcal·P65g·C86g·F29g
Scrambled Eggs with Avocado Toast
breakfast

Scrambled Eggs with Avocado Toast

Creamy scrambled eggs served with mashed avocado on whole grain toast, perfect for little hands

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13 min565 kcal·P61g·C40g·F15g
Smoked Salmon and Egg Breakfast Bowl
breakfast

Smoked Salmon and Egg Breakfast Bowl

Fluffy scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, diced cucumber, capers, and whole grain toast with butter

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18 min576 kcal·P42g·C63g·F16g
Savory Spinach and Quinoa Bowl
breakfast

Savory Spinach and Quinoa Bowl

A nutritious and hearty breakfast bowl featuring organic quinoa, sautéed spinach, and poached eggs, topped with a sprinkle of feta for added flavor and nutrition.

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25 min600 kcal·P45g·C60g·F20g
Baked Beef Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles and Marinara
dinner

Baked Beef Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles and Marinara

Lean beef meatballs baked until golden, served over fresh zucchini noodles with light marinara sauce and a side of steamed broccoli

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32 min459 kcal·P34g·C45g·F15g
Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Wrap with Hummus
lunch

Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Wrap with Hummus

Tender grilled chicken breast wrapped with roasted vegetables, hummus, and fresh greens in a whole wheat tortilla

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25 min629 kcal·P47g·C63g·F21g
Sausage and Egg Breakfast Scramble
breakfast

Sausage and Egg Breakfast Scramble

Hearty scrambled eggs with lean sausage, whole wheat toast, and fresh berries on the side

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15 min496 kcal·P32g·C63g·F14g
Salmon with Herb-Crusted Potatoes and Green Beans
dinner

Salmon with Herb-Crusted Potatoes and Green Beans

Pan-seared salmon fillet with crispy herb-roasted potatoes and sautéed green beans

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50 min1536 kcal·P115g·C155g·F51g
Baked Cod with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli
dinner

Baked Cod with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli

Flaky white fish baked with lemon and herbs, served with fluffy quinoa and fresh steamed broccoli

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25 min457 kcal·P33g·C47g·F15g
Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Grilled Chicken
lunch

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Grilled Chicken

A hearty and nutritious salad featuring protein-rich quinoa, black beans, and grilled chicken, topped with fresh vegetables and a zesty lime dressing.

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35 min631 kcal·P39g·C79g·F17g
Lentil and Vegetable Soup with Grilled Chicken Strips
lunch

Lentil and Vegetable Soup with Grilled Chicken Strips

A hearty lentil soup with carrots, celery, and spinach, paired with grilled chicken strips and a side of whole grain crackers

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45 min601 kcal·P48g·C64g·F21g
Baked Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles and Light Tomato Sauce
dinner

Baked Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles and Light Tomato Sauce

Tender ground turkey meatballs served with spiralized zucchini noodles and a light, fresh tomato-basil sauce

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29 min301 kcal·P12g·C43g·F10g

What makes these high protein recipes different?

High-protein recipes on Melio are filtered by per-serving grams, not per-100g percentages, which is what actually matters for satiety and recovery. Protein values come from USDA-style reference data computed against the ingredient grams; complete-protein sources (animal protein, soy, dairy) and combined plant-protein recipes (legumes + grains) are both eligible. Recipes that hit a high protein percentage but a low absolute grams-per-serving (a salad with two ounces of chicken, for example) do not qualify.