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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.

Egg, Cheese & Toast Snack
afternoon_snack

Egg, Cheese & Toast Snack

Cooked eggs with melted cheddar cheese on buttered white toast - quick, protein-rich snack

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10 min841 kcal·P34g·C37g·F62g
Grilled Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli
lunch

Grilled Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli

Tender grilled chicken breast seasoned with herbs, served with fluffy quinoa and fresh steamed broccoli florets drizzled with lemon

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30 min641 kcal·P47g·C64g·F21g
Tuna Salad Wrap with Vegetables and Greek Yogurt
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
Bison Burger Bowl with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables
lunch

Bison Burger Bowl with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables

Lean ground bison patty served over quinoa with roasted mixed vegetables and tahini dressing

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45 min804 kcal·P60g·C90g·F22g
Turkey and Avocado Sandwich with Mixed Greens Salad
lunch

Turkey and Avocado Sandwich with Mixed Greens Salad

Sliced roasted turkey breast on whole grain bread with fresh avocado, lettuce, and tomato, paired with a mixed greens salad dressed with vinaigrette

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10 min872 kcal·P53g·C108g·F24g
Grilled Chicken Pita with Hummus and Vegetable Salad
lunch

Grilled Chicken Pita with Hummus and Vegetable Salad

Grilled marinated chicken breast served in whole wheat pita bread with creamy hummus, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, accompanied by a Mediterranean vegetable salad

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35 min648 kcal·P48g·C63g·F21g
Grilled Tilapia with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables
lunch

Grilled Tilapia with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables

Seasoned grilled tilapia fillet paired with fluffy quinoa and colorful roasted bell peppers and zucchini

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32 min746 kcal·P46g·C82g·F24g
Grilled Salmon with Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli
dinner

Grilled Salmon with Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli

A nutrient-dense dinner with omega-3 rich salmon, creamy roasted potatoes, and fresh steamed broccoli, drizzled with olive oil

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40 min1493 kcal·P152g·C56g·F69g
Beef and Quinoa Power Bowl
lunch

Beef and Quinoa Power Bowl

Lean ground beef with cooked quinoa, roasted bell peppers, black beans, and a tahini dressing, topped with fresh cilantro

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33 min855 kcal·P62g·C93g·F23g
Greek Yogurt Parfait with Granola and Banana
breakfast

Greek Yogurt Parfait with Granola and Banana

Creamy Greek yogurt layered with homemade granola, sliced banana, and a drizzle of honey

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15 min711 kcal·P43g·C84g·F19g
Mediterranean Tuna Salad with Whole Grain Pita
lunch

Mediterranean Tuna Salad with Whole Grain Pita

Fresh tuna mixed with white beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a light lemon vinaigrette, served with whole grain pita bread

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14 min680 kcal·P50g·C76g·F18g
High-Protein Greek Yogurt Parfait
snack

High-Protein Greek Yogurt Parfait

A delicious and nutritious parfait made with Greek yogurt, fresh berries, granola, and a drizzle of honey, perfect for a satisfying snack.

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10 min639 kcal·P40g·C80g·F17g
Baked Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Mash and Steamed Broccoli
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
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Wrap
lunch

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Wrap

Whole wheat wrap filled with seasoned chickpeas, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a tahini dressing for a satisfying Mediterranean-inspired lunch

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20 min730 kcal·P45g·C89g·F20g
grass-fed beef sirloin with roasted sweet potatoes and asparagus
dinner

grass-fed beef sirloin with roasted sweet potatoes and asparagus

Perfectly grilled beef sirloin served with herb-roasted sweet potatoes and garlic asparagus

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50 min975 kcal·P70g·C104g·F26g
Grilled Halibut with Quinoa and Roasted Broccoli
lunch

Grilled Halibut with Quinoa and Roasted Broccoli

Tender grilled halibut fillet served with fluffy quinoa and fresh raw broccoli drizzled with lemon-olive oil dressing. A simple, protein-rich lunch featuring omega-3s and complete plant protein for pregnancy nutrition.

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25 min841 kcal·P63g·C65g·F36g
Shrimp and Quinoa Power Bowl
lunch

Shrimp and Quinoa Power Bowl

Grilled shrimp served over quinoa with roasted vegetables and tahini dressing

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40 min586 kcal·P43g·C64g·F16g
Beef and Barley Hearty Soup with Side Salad
lunch

Beef and Barley Hearty Soup with Side Salad

Nutritious beef and barley soup packed with vegetables, served with a fresh mixed green salad

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65 min574 kcal·P43g·C64g·F16g
Spinach and Feta Omelet with Whole Wheat Toast
breakfast

Spinach and Feta Omelet with Whole Wheat Toast

Fluffy three-egg omelet filled with fresh spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and diced tomatoes, served with whole wheat toast and a side of fresh orange juice

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18 min750 kcal·P55g·C82g·F20g
Lean Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables
dinner

Lean Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables

Tender pork tenderloin seasoned with herbs, served with roasted carrots, parsnips, and beets for a nutritious and satisfying dinner

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40 min554 kcal·P60g·C40g·F15g
Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
lunch

Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice

Tender grilled chicken breast with bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas in a light garlic sauce over fluffy brown rice

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35 min598 kcal·P47g·C63g·F21g
Herb-Crusted Cod with Farro and Roasted Root Vegetables
dinner

Herb-Crusted Cod with Farro and Roasted Root Vegetables

Pan-seared cod fillet with herb crust, served with nutty farro and roasted carrots, parsnips, and beets

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55 min996 kcal·P76g·C115g·F29g
Scrambled Eggs with Whole Wheat Toast
breakfast

Scrambled Eggs with Whole Wheat Toast

Fluffy scrambled eggs with whole wheat toast and fresh fruit, providing a protein-rich start to the day

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15 min396 kcal·P14g·C52g·F12g
Baked Salmon with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli
dinner

Baked Salmon with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli

Omega-3 rich baked salmon fillet with herb seasoning, served with fluffy quinoa and steamed broccoli florets

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25 min308 kcal·P12g·C43g·F11g

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.