From spiced salmon to lamb meatballs, these recipes offer a delicious way to pack in the protein.
We promise our lineup isn’t all red meat and beans, either.
We selected flavorful dishes that range from seafood to lamb and even meat-free options.
Photo:Victor Protasio
We’re sure you’ll find several to add to your monthly or weekly menu rotation.
In this recipe, pork chops are seared to golden perfection and nestled in aromatic cannellini beans.
For a crunchy finish, the whole thing is topped with crushed, seasoned croutons.
Hector Manuel Sanchez
The whole thing comes together with a punchy mustard vinaigrette.
Balance your meal by serving this with ahealthy grainor a salad of leafy greens.
If you want a fresh herb to sprinkle on top, trycilantro.
Jennifer Causey
The tofu and hummus combo provide plenty of protein to keep you full.
Sub in halloumi instead of tofu if you prefer and serve with a side of warm pita bread.
Considering a cup of lentils has 18 grams of protein, its safe to say this meal is protein-packed.
Greg DuPree
If you dont have spinach, sub with torn kale or Swiss chard leaves.
The linguine gets a burst of freshness from lemon zest and a little crunch courtesy of panko breadcrumbs.
It mayseemcomplicated, but we promise it takes just 20 minutes.
Jennifer Causey
Rounding out the recipe are sauteed onions, juicy tomatoes, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping.
This take on corned beef and cabbage delivers all that.
Thyme and caraway seeds added to the cooking liquid amp up this classic dish’s intense flavor.
Victor Protasio
Think of it as a curried Caprese salad with salmon (instead of mozzarella).
Serve the fillets over rice and top each plate with blistered grape tomatoes and fresh basil.
After 312 hours, you have delightfully satisfying vegetarian enchiladas to serve with a refreshing leafy salad.
Caitlin Bensel
It pairs perfectly seared pork chops with a peppery arugula and stone fruit salad.
Don’t have peaches?
Use plums or nectarines.
Caitlin Bensel
Black Eyed Pea Ribollita
Ribollita (pronouncedree-bohl-LEE-tah) is Italiancomfort foodat its finest.
Serve with a green salad for a deceptivelyeasy meal that’s as inexpensiveto prepare as it is tasty.
The crispy chicken pairs with a lemony arugula and Brussels sprouts salad that offsets the juicy cutlets.
Jennifer Causey
Southwestern Beef Chili With Corn
Get your chili fixand plenty of proteinwith this flavorful recipe.
Top with Greek yogurt and shredded cheese for more protein, plus sliced avocado and whatever else you crave.
Chickpea Veggie Burgers
These veggie burgers prove you don’t need meat to get your protein fix.
Victor Protasio
Instead, you’ll find chickpeas, spicy harissa, panko, lemon juice, herbs, and spices.
Superfood Lentil Salad
As you may have guessed, this salad is packed with protein-richsuperfoods.
It pairs sunflower seeds and lentils with zucchini, greens, and golden raisins.
Caitlin Bensel
Even the dressinga versatile, fresh, sunflower seed vinaigretteis loaded with nutrients.
It also features mushrooms and dried cranberries for a dash of sweetness.
Braised Fish With Spicy Tomato Sauce
Expand your seafood repertoire with this recipe for braised cod.
Caitlin Bensel
It’s served atop fluffy couscous for a delicious Mediterranean-style meal that comes together in just 25 minutes.
Paired with the crunch of the potato chip crust, it’s a match made in heaven.
From the sweet tahini-honey dressing to the feta “croutons,” there’s a surprise in every bite.
Caitlin Bensel
A squeeze of lime and store-bought salsa verde deliver a burst of flavor you won’t want to miss.
Top it with smoked trout (or salmon), cucumber, and cilantro for an elegant presentation.
It’s a great vegetarian option, and comes together in just 25 minutes.
Steve Giralt
This hearty bowl also features healthy ingredients like zucchini, yellow squash, avocado, and protein-packed chickpeas.
No one will mind that it’s vegetarian.
Hoisin-Serrano Meatballs and Rice Noodle Salad
No need for takeout here!
Romulo Yanes
Eggplant and Tofu Stir Fry
This simple vegan stir fry boasts plenty of protein thanks totofu.
Marcus Nilsson
Greg DuPree
Jen Causey
Greg DuPree
Caitlin Bensel
Romulo Yanes
Caitlin Bensel
Hector M. Sanchez
Caitlin Bensel
Con Poulos
Victor Protasio
Greg DuPree
Gentl + Hyers
Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Gentl & Hyers
Greg DuPree
Greg DuPree
Greg DuPree
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Greg DuPree
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Victor Protasio
Sheri Giblin
Caitlin Bensel
JOSÉ PICAYO
