Healthy High Protein Diet Recipes

Essential to muscle growth and repair, metabolic functionality, and about a million other complex bodily processes, protein plays a major role in maintaining overall health and wellness. Our high-protein recipes run the gamut from smoothies to main course dinners, so you can keep it pumping all day long.

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Protein Chocolate Shake

After a strenuous workout, treat yourself to a protein-packed chocolate milkshake! If you like chocolate peanut butter cups, we recommend trying this recipe with peanut butter powder!

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Nutrition-Rich Smoothie

Chocolate and peanut butter. Nutritious and delicious. This one’s for you, mama.

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Plant-Based Mole

Mole is a traditional sauce used in Mexican cuisine made with roasted chilies and an assortment of spices. Once combined, you’ll taste a layered flavor of sweet, salty, spicy, and smoky. Use this mole sauce to top your protein like chicken, as an enchilada sauce, or over rice.

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Pink Peppermint Smoothie

With the holiday season just around the corner, treat yourself and your body to a sweet, minty, and protein-packed peppermint smoothie. An energizing combination of cherries, banana, and more will keep you fueled while the minty flavor adds a fun, festive twist!

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Carrot Cake Smoothie

Whip up this classic cake in smoothie form! With only naturally occurring sugar, this creamy orange smoothie with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon can double as a slightly sweet treat or snack to sip on in-between meals.

chocolate protein post-workout shake next to avocado, sliced banana and protein powder
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Loco-Cocoa Recovery Shake

A chocolatey, protein-packed smoothie ideal for a post-workout treat. After a workout, your body is like a sponge ready to absorb nutrients. Replenish it with a recovery snack filled with complex carbs, protein, and a little healthy fat. Pro tip: kick up your smoothie with a sprinkle of cayenne pepper!

Raspberry Protein Smoothie in a glass with ingredients, nearby a blender cup with cottage cheese, raspberries, peanut butter and honey.
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Raspberry Protein Smoothie

Thick and creamy, this smoothie is like sticking your straw in cheesecake. And thanks to the cottage cheese and almond butter, it packs a serious dose of high-quality protein. You have to give this smoothie a try – you won’t regret it!

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Protein-Packed Banana Bread Smoothie

Calling all banana bread lovers, this smoothie is for you! Don’t let the sweetness fool you - with 26 grams of protein, you’ll have the energy to make another batch and share it with friends. It also contains lots of fiber and leafy greens so you can enjoy every sip guilt-free. Great as breakfast-on-the-go, a pre-workout boost, or post-workout cooldown! When the sweet tooth strikes, strike back with a protein-packed banana bread smoothie!

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

Eating for your health certainly doesn’t mean you have to compromise on taste. Case in point: this smoothie calls for chocolate, banana, AND peanut butter. Eating for your health has never tasted so good.

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Protein-Packed Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Pumpkin pie season doesn’t have to end when the holiday season ends. This recipe provides all the hearty and comforting ingredients you crave, year-round! All you need to do is stock up on some pure pumpkin puree. Pureed pumpkin is relatively mild in flavor, which allows other healthy ingredients, like pineapples, peaches, and cinnamon to really shine. Unlike your typical pumpkin pie, this recipe is high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats that make this smoothie a delightful reminder of the holidays without all the guilt!

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Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl

Who said you can’t have chocolate for breakfast? Chocolate and bananas are a match made in heaven. Not only do they taste amazing together, but they also give you a mighty boost of energy to help you power through the day. This protein-packed smoothie bowl will keep you nice and full, too. Enjoy it for breakfast, for dessert, and any time in between!

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Very Merry Valentine

Start your day off with a sweet and tangy blend of beets, orange and berries along with protein-packed greek yogurt to jumpstart your day. 

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