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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.

553 recipes in this category.

dinner
dinner

Herb-Roasted Chicken Breast with Garlic Roasted Potatoes and Steamed Broccoli

Juicy herb-crusted chicken breast served with crispy garlic roasted baby potatoes and steamed broccoli with lemon

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55 min916 kcal·P66g·C98g·F25g
dinner
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
mediterranean
lunch

Mediterranean Chickpea and Vegetable Salad with Feta

Hearty salad with chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and feta cheese, dressed with olive oil and lemon vinaigrette

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15 min580 kcal·P46g·C62g·F20g
dinner
dinner

Seared Cod with Quinoa Pilaf and Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Pan-seared cod fillet served with herb quinoa pilaf and caramelized brussels sprouts

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45 min866 kcal·P66g·C99g·F24g
dinner
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 min487 kcal·P36g·C48g·F16g
lunch
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
lunch
lunch

Black Bean and Quinoa Buddha Bowl

Nutritious plant-based bowl with black beans, quinoa, avocado, and tahini dressing

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25 min543 kcal·P43g·C65g·F16g
dinner
dinner

Baked Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Mash and Steamed Broccoli

Juicy herb-seasoned chicken thighs with creamy sweet potato mash and fresh broccoli

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40 min659 kcal·P50g·C76g·F18g
dinner
dinner

Baked Cod with Herbs and Sweet Potato Fries

Flaky white fish baked with fresh herbs and lemon, served alongside crispy sweet potato fries and steamed broccoli

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35 min772 kcal·P46g·C92g·F21g
breakfast
breakfast

Protein-Packed Veggie Scramble

Fluffy egg whites scrambled with colorful vegetables, served with whole grain toast and avocado

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22 min618 kcal·P52g·C59g·F16g
lunch
lunch

Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Sandwich with Egg Salad

Hearty sandwich combining grilled chicken breast, homemade egg salad, fresh vegetables, and whole grain bread for a balanced, protein-rich lunch

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20 min875 kcal·P66g·C99g·F24g
breakfast
breakfast

Veggie and Cheese Breakfast Frittata

Fluffy baked frittata with bell peppers, spinach, and cheddar cheese, served with whole grain toast

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25 min525 kcal·P40g·C54g·F18g
lunch
lunch

Tuna and Vegetable Wrap

Whole wheat tortilla filled with canned tuna, mixed vegetables, lettuce, and light mayo, served with carrot sticks and hummus

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14 min904 kcal·P66g·C98g·F24g
dinner
dinner

Baked White Fish with Lemon and Asparagus

Pan-seared white fish fillet with lemon butter sauce, roasted asparagus, and wild rice pilaf with herbs

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60 min705 kcal·P46g·C92g·F20g
breakfast
breakfast

Protein-Packed Oatmeal with Eggs and Berries

A hearty breakfast combining steel-cut oatmeal with scrambled eggs, fresh berries, and honey for sustained energy and muscle support

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30 min721 kcal·P56g·C84g·F21g
breakfast
breakfast

Scrambled Eggs with Whole Wheat Toast and Berries

Fluffy scrambled eggs with whole wheat toast, fresh berries, and a glass of milk for a nutritious morning start

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13 min485 kcal·P32g·C63g·F14g
lunch
lunch

Grilled Turkey Breast with Quinoa and Vegetable Medley

Lean grilled turkey breast served with fluffy quinoa, roasted bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes

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40 min837 kcal·P66g·C99g·F24g
lunch
lunch

Baked Cod with Farro and Roasted Asparagus

Pan-seared white cod fillet with herb seasoning, served with fluffy farro pilaf and crispy roasted asparagus with lemon

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47 min670 kcal·P44g·C89g·F20g
lunch
lunch

Grilled Chicken Breast with Brown Rice and Roasted Bell Peppers

Seasoned grilled chicken breast served with fluffy brown rice and colorful roasted bell peppers for a balanced, protein-rich lunch

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40 min896 kcal·P66g·C98g·F24g
lunch
lunch

Lean Beef and Barley Salad with Roasted Root Vegetables

Hearty lunch featuring lean beef strips, pearl barley, roasted carrots and beets, with fresh greens and olive oil vinaigrette

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60 min739 kcal·P54g·C71g·F24g
breakfast
breakfast

Turkey Sausage and Vegetable Egg Scramble with Toast

Fluffy scrambled eggs with turkey sausage, bell peppers, onions, and whole wheat toast with almond butter

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25 min790 kcal·P57g·C75g·F25g
lunch
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
breakfast
breakfast

Protein-Packed Oatmeal with Eggs

Hearty oatmeal bowl topped with scrambled eggs, whole grain toast, and fresh berries

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25 min628 kcal·P49g·C65g·F22g
lunch
lunch

Turkey and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice

Lean ground turkey cooked with bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas in a light soy-ginger sauce, served over fluffy brown rice

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50 min698 kcal·P42g·C84g·F19g

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.