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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.

Grilled Chicken Salad with Quinoa and Vegetables
lunch

Grilled Chicken Salad with Quinoa and Vegetables

Tender grilled chicken breast served over mixed greens with quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a light lemon vinaigrette

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30 min705 kcal·P44g·C89g·F20g
Grilled Pork Tenderloin Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries
lunch

Grilled Pork Tenderloin Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries

Lean grilled pork tenderloin on whole grain bread with lettuce, tomato, and mustard, served with baked sweet potato fries and a side salad

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40 min690 kcal·P51g·C67g·F22g
Grilled Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
lunch

Grilled Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice

Succulent grilled shrimp tossed with broccoli, snap peas, and carrots in a light garlic-ginger sauce, served over fluffy brown rice

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30 min919 kcal·P68g·C101g·F25g
Protein-Packed Scrambled Eggs with Sweet Potato Hash
breakfast

Protein-Packed Scrambled Eggs with Sweet Potato Hash

Fluffy scrambled eggs with cottage cheese served alongside crispy sweet potato hash with peppers and onions

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35 min839 kcal·P65g·C86g·F29g
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Brown Rice
dinner

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Brown Rice

Lean grilled pork tenderloin seasoned with herbs, served with crispy roasted Brussels sprouts and fluffy brown rice for a balanced dinner

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40 min439 kcal·P34g·C45g·F15g
High-Protein Savory Omelette with Spinach and Turkey
breakfast

High-Protein Savory Omelette with Spinach and Turkey

A hearty omelette packed with protein from eggs and turkey, complemented by fresh spinach and a side of whole grain toast for a balanced breakfast.

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25 min1265 kcal·P158g·C64g·F42g
grilled sirloin steak with quinoa and roasted vegetables
lunch

grilled sirloin steak with quinoa and roasted vegetables

Lean sirloin steak grilled to perfection, served with protein-rich quinoa and colorful roasted vegetables

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50 min1030 kcal·P76g·C100g·F33g
Protein-Packed Pancakes with Turkey Sausage
breakfast

Protein-Packed Pancakes with Turkey Sausage

Fluffy high-protein pancakes made with protein powder served with lean turkey sausage and maple syrup

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25 min839 kcal·P64g·C86g·F29g
Turkey Meatball Pasta Bowl
lunch

Turkey Meatball Pasta Bowl

Lean turkey meatballs served over whole wheat pasta with marinara sauce and vegetables

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40 min714 kcal·P57g·C85g·F21g
Beef and Black Bean Burrito Bowl
lunch

Beef and Black Bean Burrito Bowl

Seasoned lean ground beef served over cilantro-lime rice with black beans, vegetables, and avocado

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35 min984 kcal·P60g·C118g·F26g
Oatmeal Waffles with Berries
breakfast

Oatmeal Waffles with Berries

Fluffy oatmeal waffles topped with fresh mixed berries and a drizzle of maple syrup, served with a side of Greek yogurt for protein

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25 min457 kcal·P33g·C43g·F14g
Quinoa Chicken Bowl with Avocado and Black Beans
lunch

Quinoa Chicken Bowl with Avocado and Black Beans

A nutritious and filling quinoa bowl topped with grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and black beans for a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbs.

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35 min874 kcal·P65g·C87g·F29g
Pan-Seared Lean Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables
dinner

Pan-Seared Lean Beef with Roasted Root Vegetables

Tender lean beef sirloin steak seared to perfection, served with colorful roasted carrots, parsnips, and Brussels sprouts for a satisfying and nutritious dinner

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50 min527 kcal·P33g·C58g·F17g
Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Barley and Roasted Carrots
lunch

Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Barley and Roasted Carrots

Tender grilled beef tenderloin steak served with nutty barley and roasted rainbow carrots, providing lean protein and complex carbohydrates

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55 min806 kcal·P60g·C80g·F27g
Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli
dinner

Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli

Perfectly seared salmon fillet with crispy skin, served alongside roasted sweet potato wedges and steamed broccoli with garlic

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45 min579 kcal·P37g·C75g·F17g
Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Sandwich with Side Salad
lunch

Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Sandwich with Side Salad

Tender grilled chicken breast with fresh vegetables on whole grain bread, served with a crisp mixed green salad

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30 min800 kcal·P60g·C80g·F27g
Grilled Turkey Breast with Farro and Roasted Vegetables
lunch

Grilled Turkey Breast with Farro and Roasted Vegetables

Tender grilled turkey breast seasoned with herbs, served with nutty farro grain and a colorful medley of roasted zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers

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50 min768 kcal·P60g·C81g·F27g
Savory Quinoa Bowl with Spinach and Eggs
breakfast

Savory Quinoa Bowl with Spinach and Eggs

A nutritious breakfast bowl featuring organic quinoa, sautéed spinach, and poached eggs, packed with protein and essential vitamins, perfect for regulating blood sugar levels.

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30 min700 kcal·P53g·C70g·F23g
protein-rich breakfast burrito with black beans
breakfast

protein-rich breakfast burrito with black beans

Hearty breakfast burrito with scrambled eggs, black beans, cheese, and avocado in a whole wheat tortilla

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18 min675 kcal·P50g·C76g·F19g
Turkey and Avocado Wrap with Sweet Potato Fries
lunch

Turkey and Avocado Wrap with Sweet Potato Fries

Lean turkey breast wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla with fresh vegetables and served with baked sweet potato fries

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45 min828 kcal·P60g·C90g·F22g
Grilled Beef and Vegetable Bowl with Brown Rice
lunch

Grilled Beef and Vegetable Bowl with Brown Rice

Lean grilled beef sirloin strips over fluffy brown rice with roasted zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers, topped with a light tahini dressing

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40 min635 kcal·P47g·C63g·F21g
Beef and Sweet Potato Power Bowl
lunch

Beef and Sweet Potato Power Bowl

Lean beef strips with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and avocado over mixed greens

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50 min1376 kcal·P100g·C130g·F44g
Turkey and Avocado Wrap with Roasted Vegetables
lunch

Turkey and Avocado Wrap with Roasted Vegetables

Whole wheat wrap filled with lean turkey breast, creamy avocado, fresh vegetables, and a light herb dressing, served with roasted bell peppers and zucchini

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28 min729 kcal·P44g·C88g·F20g
Grilled Turkey Breast with Quinoa and Roasted Carrots
lunch

Grilled Turkey Breast with Quinoa and Roasted Carrots

Lean grilled turkey breast seasoned with herbs, served with fluffy quinoa and roasted carrots for a balanced, nutritious lunch

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35 min453 kcal·P17g·C61g·F15g

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.