HIgh Protein Recipes

This high-protein breakfast recipe features broccoli and cheese folded into a light and fluffy omelet.   MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 large eggs 2 large egg whites 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil ½ cup chopped broccoli 1 shallot, finely chopped ¼ cup finely grated Parmig...

Reminiscent of a lemon cheesecake, this healthy breakfast recipe is easy to throw together in the morning.    MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 5 MINUTES INGREDIENTS ¾ cup nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt ¼ cup part-skim ricotta ½ teaspoon lemon zest ¼ cup raspberries 1 tablespoon slivered almonds 1 teaspoo...

Red lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost.    MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 5 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 banana, frozen ½ cup cooked red lentils ½ cup nonfat milk 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup METHODSTEP 1 Combine banana, lentils, milk, cocoa and syrup...

This healthy grain bowl packs in the greens with peas, asparagus and a creamy yogurt dressing.   MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES INGREDIENTS ½ cup snap or snow peas, trimmed4 spears asparagus, tough ends removed, cut into 2-inch pieces½ cup plain whole-milk yogurt¼ cup chopped fresh dill1 ...

Move over, avocado toast. Top a high-protein omelet with avocado and fiber-rich kale and you'll keep hunger at bay for longer.   MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 10 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon low-fat milk Pinch of salt 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 cup chopped kale 1 t...

A spinach and bacon quiche gets a fun twist with the addition of hash browns. Shredded potatoes create a gluten-free crust for this healthy quiche that’s sure to be a crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch.   MAKES 6 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS Crust 3 1/4 cups shredded Yukon Go...