10 High-Protein Recipes That Help You Shed Pounds

Unlike carb-heavy meals that leave you hungry soon after, these protein-rich recipes keep you full longer and boost your energy! With the right mix of ingredients, you can enjoy flavorful, satisfying dishes that make weight loss easier. From hearty breakfasts that set your mornings to a fun start, to satisfying dinners that won't leave you raiding the pantry later, each recipe makes eating healthy a lot more enjoyable!

Fiber-Rich Slow Cooker Porridge

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Rich in flavor, high in fiber, and with a punch of protein! This slow cooker porridge makes for an easy, healthy morning breakfast. Pop it into the slow cooker the night before and wake up to breakfast ready and waiting.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Porridge

Paleo-Friendly Protein Crepes

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With 22 grams of protein per serving these protein crepes can easily be an everyday thing! They’re light, low-carb, totally paleo, and can be made into a sweet to savory breakfast depending on your mood.

Get the recipe: Protein Crepes

Quick and Easy Tuna Salad Stuffed Peppers

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Your go-to tuna just got a makeover. These tuna salad stuffed peppers make for the perfect quick and easy lunch recipe or a protein-packed snack. Paleo and whole30-approved, this tuna salad recipe is a budget-friendly meal you’ll make over and over. To learn more: Tuna Salad Stuffed Peppers

Creamy Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl

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A vibrant burst of fuel, this dragon fruit smoothie bowl is the best morning pick-me-up! With a tropical blend of flavors and 28 grams of protein, this smoothie bowl recipe can be customized to your mood, and it never disappoints!

Get the recipe: Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl

Gluten-Free Choco Chip Cookie

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With 30 grams of protein, this single serving protein cookie is a healthy way to indulge a craving. Made with a peanut butter and chocolate chip flavor, this protein cookie can be whipped up and enjoyed in just 10 minutes. To learn more: Single Serving Protein Cookie

Easy Sheet Pan Beef Fajitas

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No mess and no fuss! These sheet pan steak fajitas make the perfect weeknight dinner recipe. Made with fresh veggies, lean beef, and homemade fajita seasoning, this easy, healthy dinner comes together in under 20 minutes.

Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas

Whole30 Spicy Turkey Meatballs

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Packed with protein and a fiery kick these whole 30 turkey meatballs make a great weeknight dinner! Baked in the oven to juicy perfection these meatballs make a great 30-minute dinner recipe and can even be prepped in advance!

Get the recipe: Spicy Turkey Meatballs

No-Bake Espresso Protein Balls

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Easy to make and rich in bold espresso flavor, these coffee protein balls are great for midday snacks. With 24 grams of protein per ball, this no-bake recipe is great for weekly meal prep. To learn more: Espresso Protein Balls

5-Minute Greek Yogurt Pudding

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Rich, creamy, and made in just 5 minutes this Greek yogurt protein pudding is the ultimate high protein snack recipe. Easy to customize and with a whopping 37 grams of protein, this recipe is a delicious, fueling snack any time of day. To learn more: Greek Yogurt Protein Pudding

Dairy-Free Baked Protein Oatmeal

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Made in one blender and baked in the oven this dairy-free baked protein oatmeal makes the perfect meal prep breakfast recipe! Sweetened with maple syrup this high-protein breakfast has over 30 grams of protein.

Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Baked Protein Oatmeal