Protein-rich meals do much more than increase your muscles after an intense workout!

They control hunger and aid weight loss when done the right way, and at the right time. You might be wondering how you can incorporate more protein into your diet.

Keep reading because we’re going to give you five awesome meals to try out throughout the day!

Breakfast

Breakfast is by far one of the most important meals of the day. But what delicious plate can you make in a jiffy before heading off to work?

Here are a few high protein breakfast ingredients:

• Eggs
• Diary products [milk, greek yogurt, cottage cheese]
• Peanut Butter

You can scramble these ingredients into hundreds of different yummy recipes. Here’s our high-protein breakfast suggestion…

Recipe #1

Boil up a bowl of oatmeal. Make sure to add in at least one cup of low-fat milk. Once they’re ready and in a bowl, add in a tablespoon of peanut butter. Top it off with some chia seeds for an extra kick of protein.  

Recipe #2

Toast two pieces of bread, then lay them flat on a plate. Scramble up some eggs, and put them on the bread. To add a little more flavor you can cut up some avocado, but be careful as it’s high in fats!

If you’ve already added turkey sausage to this meal, don’t add an avocado half.

Lunch

One of our favorite times of the day is lunchtime. You finally get a break from work to go out in search of a tasty treat. A smart way to stay away from the fast-food trap is to meal prep!

Here are some great high protein lunch ingredients:

• Tuna [mix with avocado instead of mayonnaise]
• Wild-caught salmon
• Chicken
• Broccoli
• Spinach
• Brussels sprouts

You can never go wrong with greens! Steamed are easier on the teeth if you’re not a fan of the crunch. They’re high in fiber as well, which will keep your gut happy too.

Recipe #3

Bake wild-caught salmon in the oven with a small amount of butter. Sprinkle on garlic and basil. Last but not less, squeeze on some lemon juice for a tangy twist.

Steam up a side of broccoli to go along with it. To give broccoli a little flavor, pour on a bit of lemon juice, followed by salt and pepper.   

Protein Rich Meals for Dinner

Did you stop at the gym on your way home? It’s always best to work out three hours after you’ve had lunch. If you need a quick pick-me-up to get you through, a protein bar should do the trick.

Exercise is a vital part of keeping healthy. Sport your stylish athletic wear with a fitness trainer that knows all the secrets. They’ll work with you to plan out your day and give you a nutrition guide to follow.

This makes getting enough protein easier. Speaking of protein, here are some dinner ingredient options:

• Lean beef
• Quinoa
• Shrimp

Good protein meals are all about using meats, vegetables, and nuts to your advantage.

Recipe #4

In a large skillet, fry up some quinoa, peppers, celery, black beans, corns, in some extra virgin oil. Violà, dinner is ready! This is a quick-and-easy recipe for those endless Monday evenings.

Recipe #5

Grill up some shrimp and toss that into a bowl of alfredo pasta. This is a true treat. It may take around fifteen to twenty minutes to prepare, but the wait is worth it.

Be sure to add parsley, basil, salt, pepper, and a bit of lemon juice for an unforgettable plate. Cilantro works as well, and don’t forget to add in a handful of mozzarella or parmesan cheese.    

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