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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.

breakfast
breakfast

Protein Pancakes with Berries and Almond Butter

Fluffy protein-packed pancakes topped with fresh berries and almond butter for a balanced morning meal

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18 min500 kcal·P38g·C51g·F17g
breakfast
breakfast

Vegetable and Turkey Sausage Scramble with Toast

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

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22 min502 kcal·P38g·C51g·F17g
breakfast
breakfast

Vegetable and Cheese Breakfast Pie

Savory breakfast pie with sausage, vegetables, and melted cheese in a flaky crust

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55 min708 kcal·P52g·C68g·F23g
breakfast
breakfast

Protein-Packed Oatmeal with Berries and Greek Yogurt

Creamy oatmeal topped with fresh berries, Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of honey

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12 min529 kcal·P42g·C55g·F18g
lunch
lunch

Egg and Cucumber Salad Sandwich

Classic light sandwich with hard-boiled eggs, fresh cucumber, and a touch of mustard on whole grain bread

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20 min412 kcal·P26g·C41g·F16g
mediterranean
lunch

Mediterranean Quinoa Chicken Bowl

Grilled chicken breast with quinoa, roasted vegetables, and tahini dressing

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40 min705 kcal·P44g·C89g·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
breakfast
breakfast

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Greek Yogurt

Fluffy pumpkin pancakes made with whole wheat flour, topped with low-fat Greek yogurt and a drizzle of pure maple syrup

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22 min390 kcal·P14g·C52g·F13g
dinner
dinner

Herb-Crusted Chicken Breast with Roasted Cauliflower and Farro

Succulent herb-crusted chicken breast served with roasted cauliflower florets and nutty farro grain pilaf

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40 min1033 kcal·P79g·C118g·F29g
breakfast
breakfast

Oatmeal with Greek Yogurt and Berries

Warm oatmeal topped with creamy Greek yogurt, fresh mixed berries, and a drizzle of honey

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12 min526 kcal·P32g·C62g·F14g
american
dinner

Pan-Roasted Sirloin Steak with Roasted Vegetables

A perfectly seared boneless sirloin steak served with roasted corn, potatoes, and fresh vegetables with a light catalina dressing

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50 min858 kcal·P66g·C100g·F25g
breakfast
breakfast

Almond Butter Banana Toast with Greek Yogurt

Whole grain toast topped with creamy almond butter, fresh banana slices, and a side of protein-rich Greek yogurt with granola

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8 min770 kcal·P56g·C84g·F21g
dinner
dinner

Baked White Fish with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli

Tender white fish fillet seasoned with herbs and lemon, served with fluffy quinoa and fresh steamed broccoli

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25 min610 kcal·P38g·C75g·F17g
mediterranean
lunch

Mediterranean Chickpea and Tuna Salad Bowl

Protein-packed bowl with chickpeas, tuna, quinoa, and Mediterranean vegetables

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15 min719 kcal·P56g·C85g·F21g
dinner
dinner

Pan-Seared Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

Omega-3 rich salmon fillet with a light lemon glaze, served with colorful roasted broccoli and carrots

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30 min376 kcal·P29g·C39g·F13g
mediterranean
dinner

Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Roasted Root Vegetables

Tender lamb chops seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, served with roasted carrots, parsnips, and potatoes

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40 min627 kcal·P38g·C76g·F17g
dinner
dinner

Spicy Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl

A hearty bowl of spiced quinoa mixed with black beans, bell peppers, and topped with avocado for a nutritious and filling dinner.

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30 min875 kcal·P66g·C88g·F30g
lunch
lunch

Tuna Salad Wrap with Vegetables and Greek Yogurt

Protein-packed tuna salad made with Greek yogurt and fresh herbs, wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla with crisp vegetables and mixed greens

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12 min680 kcal·P41g·C74g·F22g
dinner
dinner

duck breast with wild rice and roasted root vegetables

Pan-seared duck breast served with wild rice pilaf and seasonal roasted root vegetables

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65 min922 kcal·P70g·C106g·F26g
dinner
dinner

Herb-Crusted Pork Chop with Roasted Root Vegetables

Tender herb-crusted pork chop served with roasted carrots, parsnips, and a side of steamed broccoli

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37 min470 kcal·P34g·C45g·F15g
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

Quinoa & Black Bean Salad with Avocado Dressing

A refreshing and protein-packed quinoa salad mixed with black beans, corn, and topped with a creamy avocado dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch!

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35 min639 kcal·P40g·C80g·F18g
lunch
lunch

Shrimp and Brown Rice Bowl with Stir-Fried Vegetables

Succulent shrimp stir-fried with bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas served over fluffy brown rice with ginger-garlic sauce

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65 min717 kcal·P44g·C89g·F20g
dinner
dinner

Herb-Roasted Chicken Breast with Wild Rice and Roasted Carrots

Juicy herb-seasoned chicken breast roasted until golden, served with nutty wild rice pilaf and caramelized roasted carrots

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65 min581 kcal·P38g·C76g·F17g

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.