HIgh Protein Recipes

Inspired by traditional Spanish tortillas made with potatoes, this healthy frittata recipe swaps potatoes for low-carb cauliflower.    MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 small onion, sliced 2 cups small cauliflower florets ¼ cup wate...

This healthy homemade chicken salad served inside an avocado instead of with bread is just the ticket   MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 60 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast ⅓ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon ...

For this healthy smoothie bowl recipe, be sure to use frozen fruit (not fresh) to keep the texture thick, creamy and frosty.   MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 10 MINUTES INGREDIENTS ½ cup frozen chopped mango ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt ¼ cup frozen sliced banana ¼ cup plain unsweetened almond mi...

Arrange the toppings individually on these protein-packed Buddha bowls so each bite has a contrasting taste and texture.    MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS Roasted Chicken Thighs 5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1 1/4 pounds), trimmed ½ teaspoon ground pepper ¼ teaspo...

Good-quality canned salmon is high in protein and brain-loving omega-3 fatty acids.   MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 10 MINUTES INGREDIENTS ⅓ cup canned salmon 1 tablespoon pesto 1 tablespoon nonfat plain Greek yogurt 2 teaspoons minced shallot ½ avocado 1 cup baby spinach 5 thin wheat crackers METH...

Let your muffin tin help you meal-prep a week's worth of protein-rich muffin-tin eggs with the classic combo of ham, Cheddar cheese and broccoli to stash in the fridge or freezer for those extra-busy mornings.   MAKES 6 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 8 large eggs ½ cup reduced-fat mil...