Here are more than 15 high-protein, low-calorie meals that range from 80 calories up to 400 calories. All are delicious and easy to make!
Low-calorie, high-protein meals are ideal since protein helps you stay full for longer periods of time, so you’re less likely to overeat. And since these high-protein meals are low in calories, you’re not consuming too many calories in one sitting.
We love these tasty meals since they’re quick and easy to make, they’re all 8 ingredients or less and don’t compromise a bit on flavor.
Recipes range from 80 calories up to 400 calories and include breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
What is considered high in protein?
Wikipedia defines a high-protein diet as more than 20% of calories coming from protein while Diet Doctor uses 25% to 35% of calories coming from protein. For more information about a high-protein diet, check out Diet Doctor.
High-protein recipes less than 150 calories
Chocolate Chia and Flaxseed Pudding (High Protein!)
This chocolate chia and flaxseed pudding with protein powder is a super tasty, high-protein and high-fiber breakfast to start your day right!
Keto Vietnamese Salad (with our without Chicken)
This keto Vietnamese salad is crunchy, sweet and tangy, a tad spicy and downright delicious! And when you add chicken, it’s high in protein.
Breakfast Chaffles with Sweetened Yogurt & Strawberries
These delicious breakfast chaffles with sweetened yogurt and strawberries are our new favorite keto breakfast! Plus, they’re easy to make!
Keto Acai Bowl (High Protein)
Fresh and fruity, low in carbs and high protein, this healthy keto acai bowl is easy to make and takes less than 5 minutes to prepare!
High-protein recipes from 150 to 250 calories
High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl in the Microwave
With this microwave cottage cheese pizza bowl, you can satisfy pizza cravings in minutes. Plus, it’s high in protein and low in calories and carbs!
High Protein Pasta Salad (Low Carb & Low Calorie)
This zesty high-protein pasta salad doesn’t skip a beat when it comes to flavor. Plus, it’s simple to make, low in carbs, calories and fat, and gluten-free!
Oven Baked Shrimp Jambalaya Skewers
Spice up your weeknights with these easy, baked shrimp jambalaya skewers, made with shrimp, bell pepper, grape tomatoes and Cajun seasoning. This recipe is just 5 ingredients and takes 8 minutes to bake!
Smoked Salmon Cottage Cheese Bowl (High Protein)
This protein bowl with cottage cheese, smoked salmon, cucumber, tomatoes and everything bagel seasoning is a fast, easy & nutritious breakfast!
Quick & Easy Blackened Chicken Tenders
Blackened chicken tenders are a perfect weeknight dish since they’re full of flavor, fuss-free and easy to get on the table on fast.
Mexican Style Tuna Salad
This healthy Mexican tuna salad is a new family favorite! It’s bright and fresh, full of flavor and texture, healthy and high in protein. Plus, it’s easy to make!
Mediterranean Keto Shrimp Salad
This Mediterranean keto shrimp salad is similar to ceviche, except it uses cooked shrimp and a Mediterranean-style dressing. It’s keto-friendly and high in protein!
No Rice Sushi with Smoked Salmon (Keto Maki Roll Without Rice)
Anyone can make these delicious, no-rice sushi rolls with smoked salmon at home! Plus, they’re so quick (just 15 minutes!) and easy to make.
High-Protein recipes from 250 to 400 calories
High Protein Turkey Meatballs (Keto, Gluten-Free)
These high-protein turkey meatball don’t skip a beat in flavor! They’re juicy, full of flavor, super tasty and easy to make!
High Protein Spaghetti Bolognese
This hearty, high-protein spaghetti bolognese has the tastiest sauce, made from ground beef, marinara sauce, cottage cheese and parmesan!
Easy Keto Chicken Tinga (20 Minutes!)
This keto chicken tinga is an easy weeknight dinner that’s absolutely delicious and takes less than 20 minutes to make!
Keto Chicken Lettuce Wraps
No more missing P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps! These low-carb and keto chicken lettuce wraps are just as delicious and so quick and easy to make!
Keto Thai Coconut Curry Soup with Chicken (High Protein!)
This low-carb and keto Thai curry soup is deliciously spicy, hearty, and so comforting on chilly days. Plus, it’s high in protein and takes just 20 minutes to make!
Low Carb Beef Taco Salad Recipe in 20 Minutes
We love this keto and low-carb beef taco salad since the Tex-Mex ground beef is addictingly delicious and the salad is easy to make and customize.
