These protein-packed meals whip up in a half houror less.
Miso Chicken Noodle Soup With Kimchi
Consider this the ultimate high-protein meal.
Shredded chicken, tofu, miso pasteandan egg yolk combine for a hearty and quick-to-prep soup.
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Kimchi is one of our favoritefermented foods, bringing plenty of flavor andbenefitting gut health.
Roasted Root Veggie Quinoa Bowls
Victor Protasio
High protein doesn’t have to equal meat or seafood.
This vegan-friendly bowl features hummus, quinoa, and Brussels sprouts, which all offer protein.
Greg DuPree
Turkey sausage provides the big protein boost in this fast and easy dinner.
These healthier burger-taco hybrids can be on your table in a half hour.
Dense Bean Salad
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Want a fast, no-cook but high-protein dinner?
Linda Pugliese
A generous dollop of hummus adds another healthy dose of protein.
Cooking the bacon on top of the sweet potatoes helps give them a delicious, smoky flavor.
Spring for some Szechuan peppercorns to really ensure an authentic touch.
Victor Protasio
A perfectly grilled pork chop is balanced out by a light salad featuring peppery arugula and sweet peaches.
Hoisin and sriracha ensure that this dinner idea has plenty of flavor.
Shrimp Linguine With Chorizo
Two proteins, one tasty dinner!
Carson Downing, Props: Lexi Juhl, Food: Kelsey Moylan
Shrimp and chorizo add sweetness and spice to this dinner party-worthy dish.
Hoisin, garlic, scallions, and chili peppers bring all the spice you need for a flavorful dish.
Black Bean Oat Burger
No need to resort to a processed pack of frozen veggie burgers.
Jen Causey
These homemade versions feature black beans and oats (which are one of the highest-protein grains!
), and take just 20 minutes to make.
Tofu & Cabbage Salad With Coconut Dressing
No time to cook?
Caitlin Bensel
Try this flavor-packed (and protein-packed) dinner that takes just 15 minutes from start to finish.
Roasted Curry Salmon With Tomatoes
Curry helps spice up a standard salmon dish.
Add roasted tomatoes and a sprinkle of basil leaves for an additional punch of flavor.
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Quick Spring Lamb and Vegetable Stew
A tasty stew in under a half hour?
It’s totally possible with this veggie-packed dinner!
You’ll want a crusty baguette to sop up the juices.
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Add in some shredded zucchini as some insurance for a moist burger every single time.
Coconut Chicken Cutlets With Mango Chutney Slaw
Want to freshen up your chicken dinner game?
Chicken Satay Lettuce Wraps
This tasty high-protein dinner features chicken and both ground peanuts and peanut sauce.
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
(Fun fact: Peanuts are the highestprotein nutout there!)
If youreallyneed to eat in a hurry, skip the chicken thighs and use rotisserie chicken instead.
it’s possible for you to opt for ground lamb or turkey if you want a slightly different option.
Hector M. Sanchez
Ginger Stir-Fry Beef With Green Beans
Stir fries are always a fast-dinner favorite.
Chili garlic sauce and a generous amount of fresh ginger plack plenty of punch in this beefy dinner.
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
The sheet pan comes to the rescue again!
Jennifer Causey
To make this 30-minute, high-protein meal even faster, buy pre-sliced peppers instead of doing the prep yourself.
Crunchy veggies are the perfect counterpoint to your fast-cooked, spice-infused tenderloin.
(Bonus: It’s a meal you could take on the go for your busiest nights.)
Jennifer Causey
Sun-Dried Tomato Butter Salmon and Broccolini
Why not make your high-protein dinner asuperfoodpowerhouse?
You only spend 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes total to get this on the table.
If you’re looking to make it meatless, tofu makes for a plant-based swap.
Greg DuPree
Peppery radishes make a vibrant counterpoint to hearty steak in this fast-and-easy one pot meal.
They make for tasty tacosand here, they’re paired with caramelized pineapple for a sweet touch.
Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
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