Browse 94 #high-protein recipes from the TasteBuds community.
Nutty, fluffy quinoa meets a smoky medley of grill-charred vegetables — blistered corn, jammy cherry tomatoes, sweet red pepper, and caramelised zucchini — all tossed in a bold, creamy tahini-lemon dressing with a gentle chilli kick. It's the kind of salad that absolutely does not feel like a salad. Big flavours, gorgeous colours, and completely allergy-friendly for this cook.
Bone-in pork chops get a simple marinade of olive oil, garlic, and fresh thyme, then hit the grill for a charred, juicy crust. Alongside them, Brussels sprouts roast until crispy and caramelized, and quinoa cooks down with aromatics and chicken broth into a fluffy, savory pilaf. Everything comes together in under an hour for a satisfying, wholesome plate.
Tender ground turkey meatballs simmered in a bright, garlicky marinara sauce and tossed with gluten-free spaghetti. Fresh basil and a drizzle of good olive oil bring everything together. Simple, comforting, and packed with flavour.
Larb is a Lao-Thai minced meat salad that punches way above its weight. Toasted rice powder is the secret weapon here: it gives the dish a nutty, slightly gritty texture that no other ingredient can fake. The dressing hits sour from lime, salty from fish sauce, and hot from fresh chillies, all balanced by a shower of fresh herbs. You eat it wrapped in cool lettuce leaves, which makes every bite a little different. This version uses the finely grated zest of a regular lime in place of kaffir lime leaves, delivering a bright, citrusy fragrance that works beautifully with the rest of the dish.
A spread of crisp lettuce leaves, two boldly flavored plant-based fillings, and a rainbow of fresh toppings for building your own wraps. Spiced lentils bring hearty warmth for the carb-lovers, while ginger-garlic tofu with mushrooms keeps things rich and low-carb for keto diners. Everything on the table is vegan, so everyone builds exactly the plate they want.
A fully plant-based taco spread that works for everyone at the table. Two savory protein fillings, spiced walnut-mushroom crumble and chili-lime tempeh, sit alongside fresh lettuce cups, creamy guacamole, bright salsa, crunchy cabbage, and sliced jalapeños. Tortillas and beans stay on the side as optional carb-rich add-ons, so keto eaters can load up on the fillings and veg while others build classic tacos. No animal products anywhere, just bold flavor and texture in every bite.
Roasted bell peppers, onions, and poblanos get smoky char alongside chili-lime tofu on a single sheet pan. Everything comes together with cilantro-lime cauliflower rice, creamy avocado slices, and fresh pico de gallo. Black beans and warm tortillas sit on the side so you can build your plate exactly how you want it, whether you're keeping it low-carb or loading up.
Roasted bell pepper halves filled two ways for one table. The classic filling brings quinoa, black beans, corn, and tomatoes with warm spices. The keto filling layers walnut-mushroom crumble over cauliflower rice and spinach, topped with cool avocado crema. Both are completely plant-based, and the keto version keeps carbs low without sacrificing texture or flavour. Roast the peppers once, make both fillings side by side, and let everyone build their own plate.
Spiralized zucchini tossed in a bright, tangy tamarind-lime sauce with crunchy bean sprouts, scallions, and crushed peanuts, topped with golden-baked tofu cubes. This plate is clean, sharp, and entirely plant-based, with every component staying strictly vegan. The zucchini noodles keep the carbs low, and rice noodles are offered separately for anyone who wants them. No sweetened sauce here, just pure tamarind punch balanced with lime and a hint of heat.
Seasoned ground turkey sits over fluffy cilantro lime rice with black beans, diced tomatoes, and crisp shredded lettuce. Set out bowls of toppings and let everyone build their own. The rice is bright and herby, the turkey warm with cumin and chili powder, and the whole thing comes together fast enough for a weeknight but feels like a party.
Salmon fillets brushed with a sticky honey-garlic-tamari glaze roast on a single sheet pan alongside sweet potato wedges and crisp green beans. Everything caramelizes together in the oven, the glaze soaking into the vegetables while the salmon turns flaky and golden. A balanced, hands-off dinner that tastes far more complicated than it is.
Juicy sliced chicken and vibrant bell peppers roast together on one pan with smoky cumin and a good squeeze of lime. Everything caramelizes in the oven while you warm the tortillas and prep your toppings. Pile it all into soft corn tortillas with creamy avocado, bright salsa, and a handful of cilantro. Fast, colourful, and naturally light.