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Diet · 1280 recipes

High-Protein Recipes

Protein-packed dishes to keep you full and fuel training. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.

Serrano & Manchego CroquetasIntermediate
Snack

Serrano & Manchego Croquetas

Golden-fried croquettes of jamón serrano, Manchego cheese and béchamel

610 cal · 28g protein · 38 min
high-proteinSpanish-inspired
Pan-Seared Chicken Thigh with Gochugaru Oil & Charred CabbageIntermediate
Lunch

Pan-Seared Chicken Thigh with Gochugaru Oil & Charred Cabbage

A spiced, golden-skinned thigh over wilted kimchi-forward slaw

591 cal · 28g protein · 38 min
high-proteingluten-free
Pork Belly Braised in Cumin & Tomato with Charred ScallionsIntermediate
Dinner

Pork Belly Braised in Cumin & Tomato with Charred Scallions

Tender, deeply savory, Peruvian-inspired braise.

1480 cal · 28g protein · 100 min
high-proteingluten-free
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Tarragon Velouté & Crispy LardonsSophisticated
Breakfast

Soft Scrambled Eggs with Tarragon Velouté & Crispy Lardons

Classic French comfort, elevated with silken eggs and herbed cream

612 cal · 28g protein · 30 min
high-proteinsophisticated
Shrimp & Grits with Andouille SauceSophisticated
Breakfast

Shrimp & Grits with Andouille Sauce

Creamy stone-ground grits, seared gulf shrimp, smoked sausage gastrique

658 cal · 28g protein · 50 min
high-proteincajun
Crispy Phyllo Shrimp Crescents with Chermoula Oil & Charred LemonEasy
Appetizer

Crispy Phyllo Shrimp Crescents with Chermoula Oil & Charred Lemon

Delicate pastry pockets of spiced shrimp with vibrant herb oil

788 cal · 28g protein · 20 min
high-proteingluten-free-friendlyseafood
Bún Tôm Xào – Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice NoodlesEasy
Lunch

Bún Tôm Xào – Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice Noodles

Tender shrimp, fresh herbs, crispy shallots over cool vermicelli

755 cal · 28g protein · 22 min
high-proteindairy-freegluten-free-option
Cornmeal Pancakes with Crispy Andouille & Warm Maple ButterIntermediate
Breakfast

Cornmeal Pancakes with Crispy Andouille & Warm Maple Butter

Cajun-spiced griddle cakes with smoked sausage and brown butter syrup

876 cal · 28g protein · 32 min
high-protein30-minute
Charred Halloumi & Green Olive Fattoush with Pomegranate Molasses DressingEasy
Lunch

Charred Halloumi & Green Olive Fattoush with Pomegranate Molasses Dressing

Squeaky fried cheese, crispy pita croutons, tart pomegranate vinaigrette

688 cal · 28g protein · 20 min
vegetarianhigh-protein20-minute
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Herb Butter & Charred SourdoughIntermediate
Breakfast

Soft Scrambled Eggs with Herb Butter & Charred Sourdough

Classic French technique, elevated with brown butter and fresh tarragon

565 cal · 28g protein · 20 min
high-protein20-minutevegetarian
Chilaquiles Negros with Crispy Chorizo, Queso Fresco & Fried EggIntermediate
Breakfast

Chilaquiles Negros with Crispy Chorizo, Queso Fresco & Fried Egg

Charred tortilla strips in smoky ancho-guajillo reduction with crispy pork

631 cal · 28g protein · 35 min
high-proteinmexicancomfort-food
Hiyamen: Cold Ramen with Charred Shrimp & Ponzu DrizzleEasy
Lunch

Hiyamen: Cold Ramen with Charred Shrimp & Ponzu Drizzle

Icy noodles topped with flame-kissed shrimp and bright citrus sauce

701 cal · 27g protein · 18 min
high-proteindairy-freequick
Gochujang Beurre Blanc Egg Rice with Crispy Anchovy CrumbleSophisticated
Breakfast

Gochujang Beurre Blanc Egg Rice with Crispy Anchovy Crumble

warm jasmine rice, silky soft-cooked yolk, fermented heat

1058 cal · 27g protein · 30 min
high-proteinumami-rich
Doenjang Clam Broth with Hand-Torn Noodle RibbonsIntermediate
Lunch

Doenjang Clam Broth with Hand-Torn Noodle Ribbons

Umami-rich fermented soy broth with littleneck clams and springtime vegetables

508 cal · 27g protein · 30 min
high-protein30-minutegluten-free-adaptable
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Trout, Pumpernickel Crisps & Dill CreamSophisticated
Breakfast

Soft Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Trout, Pumpernickel Crisps & Dill Cream

Luxe breakfast with silky eggs, smoked fish & crispy rye

450 cal · 27g protein · 27 min
high-proteinomega-3
Pan-Seared Lamb Loin Chops with Charred Spring Onion Purée & Crispy Breadcrumb DustSophisticated
Lunch

Pan-Seared Lamb Loin Chops with Charred Spring Onion Purée & Crispy Breadcrumb Dust

Tender lamb chops with silken spring onion cream and nutty crumb

711 cal · 27g protein · 47 min
high-proteingluten-free-adaptable
Crispy Blue Corn Tlayudas with Oaxaca Cheese, Black Beans & Pickled RadishEasy
Appetizer

Crispy Blue Corn Tlayudas with Oaxaca Cheese, Black Beans & Pickled Radish

Charred flatbread topped with melted cheese, spiced beans, and tangy vegetables

513 cal · 27g protein · 22 min
high-proteinvegetarian-option
Lamb Shoulder Salad with Charred Corn and Lime CremaIntermediate
Lunch

Lamb Shoulder Salad with Charred Corn and Lime Crema

Tender lamb, roasted corn, and a silky dressing

408 cal · 27g protein · 40 min
high-proteingluten-free
Buttermilk Biscuit with Smoked Salmon, Poached Egg & Crispy Sage Brown ButterSophisticated
Breakfast

Buttermilk Biscuit with Smoked Salmon, Poached Egg & Crispy Sage Brown Butter

Flaky biscuit layered with silky egg and brined fish

981 cal · 27g protein · 60 min
high-proteinpescatarian
Crispy Branzino Skin Cigars with Roasted Red Pepper Mousse & Black Olive OilIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Branzino Skin Cigars with Roasted Red Pepper Mousse & Black Olive Oil

Shattered branzino skin meets silky pepper cream

460 cal · 27g protein · 28 min
high-proteinelegant
Crispy Lamb Kofta Phyllo Cups with Pomegranate Gastrique & Whipped LabnehIntermediate
Appetizer

Crispy Lamb Kofta Phyllo Cups with Pomegranate Gastrique & Whipped Labneh

Crispy, spiced, with tart-creamy contrast

753 cal · 27g protein · 33 min
gluten-free-optionhigh-protein
Burrata & Charred Stone Fruit ScrambleEasy
Breakfast

Burrata & Charred Stone Fruit Scramble

Soft eggs, creamy burrata, caramelized peaches and basil

732 cal · 27g protein · 17 min
high-proteinvegetarian15-minute
Cumin-Spiced Lentil Dal with Charred Tomato & Crispy OnionEasy
Lunch

Cumin-Spiced Lentil Dal with Charred Tomato & Crispy Onion

Silky red lentil dal topped with fried shallots and halved tomatoes

644 cal · 27g protein · 28 min
veganhigh-proteingluten-free
Coconut-Tomato Dal with Charred Spinach & Soft RiceEasy
Lunch

Coconut-Tomato Dal with Charred Spinach & Soft Rice

Creamy red lentils, bright tomato, charred greens

910 cal · 27g protein · 32 min
veganhigh-proteincomfort-food