High-Protein Meals

9 Simple Ways to Add Protein to All Your Meals

 How well-balanced is your diet? We partnered with Birds Eye to round up tasty meals that are protein-rich.

Regardless of your wellness goals, it's crucial that you get enough protein in order to maintain a well-balanced diet. So whether you're looking for ways to squeeze nutrients into your breakfast, lunch, or dinner, we found eight protein-packed recipes (some even vegan!) that are as tasty as they are nutritious.

1 Egg White Frittata

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Need a breakfast upgrade? This flavorful egg whites and feta frittata recipe can offer up 20 grams of protein, which is a great way to start your day.

2 Turkey Sausage Muffins

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These gluten-free turkey sausage muffins are packed with 12 grams of protein. Make them beforehand for an early morning grab-and-go option.

3 Prosciutto-Wrapped Dates

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Prosciutto-wrapped dates are a tasty high-protein snack and supereasy to assemble. They also make for great pass-around appetizers if you're in a pinch.

4 Black Bean Soup

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Lunch can be a tricky time to find healthy meals, but it doesn't have to be. Loaded in protein, this hearty black bean soup recipe is also low-calorie, making it a double win.

5 Roasted Salmon

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Not only can you put together this salmon entree in just about 15 minutes, but it has 47 grams of lean protein. Go, fish.

6 Savory Side Dishes

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Another way to get protein is to serve it up in a delicious side dish. Sides that combine whole grains, beans and veggies, like the Birds Eye Southwest Style Protein Blends really pack the protein while adding color and a variety of flavor to your main meal.

7 Burrito Bowl

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Looking for another healthy lunch idea? This burrito bowl packs 43 grams of protein and is mighty tasty.

8 Cumin-Spiced Lentils With Quinoa

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This savory lentil stew is an easy dinner option and has nearly 19 grams of protein. Grain based dishes make a post-workout evening meal.

9 Black Bean Burrito

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Craving a little burrito? This roasted sweet potato and black bean burrito already has 13 grams of protein in it, but you can always add more with a little bit of cheese.