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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.

550 recipes in this category.

dinner
dinner

Baked Cod with Roasted Sweet Potato and Green Beans

Mild, flaky baked cod fillet with naturally sweet roasted sweet potato and tender green beans for a gentle, nutritious dinner

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35 min358 kcal·P22g·C35g·F14g
dinner
dinner

Baked Salmon with Sweet Potato and Broccoli

Pan-seared salmon fillet with roasted sweet potato wedges and steamed broccoli

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50 min579 kcal·P43g·C57g·F19g
lunch
lunch

Mini Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Potato Mash

Tender chicken meatballs served with creamy sweet potato mash and steamed vegetables

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35 min720 kcal·P81g·C54g·F20g
breakfast
breakfast

Banana and Almond Butter Oatmeal Muffins with Yogurt

Soft, moist oatmeal muffins with banana and almond butter, served with creamy plain yogurt and fresh strawberries

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32 min547 kcal·P61g·C41g·F15g
breakfast
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
dinner
dinner

Quinoa & Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

Delicious bell peppers stuffed with quinoa, black beans, corn, and spices, topped with avocado for a creamy finish.

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50 min503 kcal·P32g·C63g·F14g
breakfast
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
dinner
dinner

Baked White Fish with Roasted Sweet Potato and Green Beans

Herb-seasoned baked white fish fillet with crispy roasted sweet potato wedges and tender green beans

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37 min451 kcal·P34g·C45g·F15g
lunch
lunch

Truthahn-Wrap mit Gemüse und Süßkartoffel-Pommes

Ein leckerer Wrap mit zartem Truthahnfleisch, frischem Gemüse, Hummus und knusprigen Süßkartoffel-Pommes

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40 min994 kcal·P74g·C112g·F28g
lunch
lunch

Asian Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice

Tender beef strips with colorful vegetables in savory sauce over nutty brown rice

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27 min755 kcal·P56g·C84g·F21g
breakfast
breakfast

Oatmeal Casserole with Peaches and Eggs

Creamy oatmeal casserole with peaches, cinnamon, and scrambled eggs on the side, providing a balanced breakfast with protein and carbohydrates

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45 min663 kcal·P52g·C68g·F23g
breakfast
breakfast

Vegetable and Cheese Omelet with Whole Grain Toast

A fluffy omelet filled with spinach and red bell pepper, topped with melted cheddar cheese, served with buttered whole wheat toast

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18 min613 kcal·P37g·C31g·F40g
lunch
lunch

Tuna Salad Sandwich with Vegetables

Classic tuna salad made with canned tuna, celery, and a light dressing, served on whole wheat bread with fresh lettuce, tomato, and cucumber

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10 min633 kcal·P46g·C61g·F20g
snack
snack

Organic Quinoa and Chickpea Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad made with organic quinoa, chickpeas, seasonal vegetables, and a lemon-tahini dressing, packed with protein and essential nutrients.

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25 min742 kcal·P55g·C74g·F24g
mediterranean
lunch

Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Bowl

Whole wheat pasta with canned tuna, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, cucumber, feta cheese, and a light lemon-olive oil dressing

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22 min865 kcal·P54g·C108g·F24g
dinner
dinner

Salmon Teriyaki with Brown Rice and Asian Vegetables

Pan-seared salmon glazed with homemade teriyaki sauce, served with brown rice and stir-fried Asian vegetables

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45 min879 kcal·P68g·C103g·F26g
breakfast
breakfast

Banana and Almond Butter Oatmeal with Egg White Toast

Creamy oatmeal topped with sliced banana, almond butter, and a touch of honey, served with whole wheat toast topped with egg whites

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15 min524 kcal·P32g·C63g·F14g
dinner
dinner

Rinderfilet mit Kartoffelpüree und Pilzgemüse

Zartes Rinderfilet mit cremigem Kartoffelpüree und sautiertem Pilzgemüse - ein klassisches, nahrhaftes Abendessen mit hohem Proteingehalt

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40 min1159 kcal·P87g·C130g·F32g
dinner
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
lunch
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
dinner
dinner

Lemon Herb Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potato and Broccoli

Tender roasted pork tenderloin with lemon herb seasoning, served with roasted sweet potato wedges and steamed broccoli

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50 min884 kcal·P66g·C87g·F29g
breakfast
breakfast

Protein-Packed Scrambled Eggs with Avocado Toast

Fluffy scrambled eggs with whole grain toast topped with creamy avocado and a side of Greek yogurt

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13 min487 kcal·P32g·C32g·F28g
breakfast
breakfast

Eiweißreiche Haferflocken-Frittata mit Banane und Nüssen

Fluffige Haferflocken-Frittata mit Eiern, Haferflocken, Banane und Mandeln - ein nahrhaftes und sättigendes Frühstück für aktive Jugendliche

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22 min828 kcal·P62g·C93g·F23g
breakfast
breakfast

Scottish Porridge with Honey and Walnuts

Hearty oats porridge topped with honey, walnuts, and fresh berries

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17 min792 kcal·P57g·C84g·F21g

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.