Do you know how much protein a person should be consuming in a day? I won’t go into the details as every body type is different and varied, but trust me when I say it’s more than you think it is.
Protein isn’t just important for those on a low-carb diet. Protein actually plays a pretty important role in our body. Protein plays a major role in cell and tissue repair. We also need protein for healthy growth and development. There are many other important reasons why we need protein. You can read this article to learn all about protein.
Sure, you could make some protein shakes and head off, but what fun is it? I’ve put together 50 high-protein recipes that contain at least 25 grams of protein per serving. And to do this high protein recipes even better, they’ll all be ready in about 30 minutes.
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How to create high-protein breakfast recipes
Getting your protein in this early in the day may seem difficult at first, but with a little knowledge it will be easy for you. Eggs are an extremely easy option, and you can cook them for the whole week. Put a handful of eggs in the air fryer and use them in sandwiches or wraps throughout the week. Smoothie bowls and oatmeal are other great breakfast protein options.
What can I fix for a high protein dinner recipe?
If your dinner routine is lacking protein in your dinner routine, you’ll love these simple recipes. I’m talking about delicious instant pot cheese steak pasta, impressive pistachio-crusted salmon, and even steak sandwiches with red pepper sauce. Who would have thought that a family favorite like Pizza Sloppy Joes would be full of protein, but this is it!
How do I create low-carbohydrate, high-protein recipes myself
Well it’s pretty easy. You should eat foods that are high in protein and low in carbohydrates. Some examples of foods are eggs, fish, shellfish, meat, soy, and non-starchy vegetables.
On the flip side, you’ll want to avoid combining these protein-rich ingredients with items like bread, cereals, and sugary ingredients.
For example, the steak fajita recipe in the slideshow contains high-protein beef, but also high-carb tortillas. To cut down on carbohydrates, simply swap the flour tortilla for a low-carb tortilla or leave the tortilla out entirely and wrap everything in a salad cup.
Once you start including high protein meals in your diet on a regular basis, you will find that it is so easy to eat this way!
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Christine is the creator of the Foody Schmoody blog. She is a wife and mother of three children. She grew up with a great Italian influence in her life. She brings her love of food and the need for quick and easy meals together in her food blog. To date, preparing a meal for the great chef Gordon Ramsay has been her proudest culinary achievement. Join Christine on her journey to get everyone to the kitchen, regardless of their cooking experience.
