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Read MoreIf you’re looking for high-protein snacks, I don’t think I need to explain to you the benefits of a high-protein diet.
You probably know that it helps you gain muscle and strength and lose fat faster, fight off hunger and cravings while dieting, and retain more muscle as you lose weight.
What you need is simple: some help with getting enough protein every day.
Sure, you can stick with protein powders and bars, but that can get boring and expensive.
That’s why you need high-protein snack recipes like these.
They’re easy to make, cheap, delicious, and healthy, and as you’ll see, you can get pretty creative, too.
For example, try the Triple Chocolate Protein Cake Bars for something fast, the Quick Homemade Cottage Cheese for a new twist on a classic, or the Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs for a more savory treat.
Enjoy!
Regular granola made with oats won’t net you too much protein, even if you add nuts to the mix. To double the protein, start with a base of lentils instead.
Rather than being cooked until soft, these lentils are par-boiled and then toasted in the oven so they crisp up. Then you can add any other flavors like maple syrup or mix-ins like dried fruit or seeds.
273
Calories11 g
Protein37 g
Carbs10 g
Fat1 1/2 cups red lentils, rinsed
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup roasted whole almonds
1/2 cup toasted coconut
Get the RecipeTake these to work, and nobody will eat your afternoon snack because it’ll be safely waiting for you in the freezer.
Each individual bite doesn’t pack a lot of protein, even though it’s mostly Greek yogurt. However, you can easily replace half the powdered sugar with WHEY+, doubling the protein per serving.
44
Calories2 g
Protein8 g
Carbs0 g
Fat2 cups low-fat plain Greek yogurt
1 cup powdered sugar
2 cups pomegranate seeds (about 2 pomegranates)
Get the RecipeEating just a hard-boiled egg is already a healthy snack with protein, but it might not be satisfying. Round it out by making a salad with avocado and veggies.
That way you’re getting greater nutrition, including healthy fats to fill you up, plus enough protein to keep your refueled until your next meal.
349
Calories15 g
Protein18 g
Carbs26 g
Fat2 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
1/2 large avocado, chopped
1 Tbsp. red onion, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. red bell pepper, finely chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Get the RecipeChicken isn’t just great for a lean dinner. It also makes a delicious snack, especially when you prepare it in bite-sized pieces with a tasty dipping sauce.
And this is like two-in-one with ranch seasoning on the outside and a maple mustard dip. This high-protein snack for kids would also be good with barbecue sauce or a simple yogurt dip.
484
Calories37 g
Protein23 g
Carbs25 g
FatRanch Chicken:
2 lbs. chicken tenderloins, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup almond flour
1/4 cup (about 1 oz.) grated Parmesan or Romano
1 packet ranch salad dressing mix
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
Dipping Sauce:
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup
Get the RecipeWhen you’re craving sweets, you can indulge while getting some protein too. This chocolate cake seems standard at first, but it’s hiding a healthy mix of nutrition including almonds, egg whites, and whey protein powder.
Add chocolate chips to send it over the top, mix in chopped walnuts for crunch, or just bake them plain and spread peanut butter on top for extra protein.
121
Calories9 g
Protein16 g
Carbs3 g
Fat1 cup oat flour
1/4 cup almond flour
1 scoop WHEY+ vanilla protein isolate
1 scoop WHEY+ chocolate protein isolate
3 Tbsp. unsweetened dark cocoa powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 large egg
2 egg whites
1/4 cup stevia baking blend
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
Get the Recipe"Dieting" doesn't have to suck. You CAN eat foods you like and have the body you want!
Click Here to Learn HowA simple green salad makes a great snack, but it’s hardly a good source of protein. And if you add meat, salad becomes a whole meal.
Turn salad into an awesome high-protein snack for weight loss with a mix of beans and lentils, plus some greens of choice. The salad itself requires only four ingredients, but what really makes it flavorful is this tahini-peanut butter dressing that you have to try.
228
Calories14 g
Protein30 g
Carbs7 g
FatSalad:
1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans
1 can (15 oz.) lentils
Few handfuls of arugula
4 Tbsp. capers
Dressing:
1 Tbsp. caper brine
2 Tbsp. peanut butter
1 Tbsp. tahini
1 Tbsp. tamari (or soy sauce)
1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp. hot sauce
Get the RecipeInstead of eating frozen mac and cheese, grab these snack-sized portions to-go. Once they’re made, they keep well in the freezer, and you can quickly heat them up in the microwave for a high-protein snack for work. Use a pasta made from chickpeas or lentils for even more protein.
247
Calories12 g
Protein35 g
Carbs7 g
Fat3/4 sweet onion, diced
1 cup baby carrots
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup (about 4 oz.) shredded reduced-fat cheddar
1 cup (about 4 oz.) shredded part-skim mozzarella
1 large egg
1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 box (14.5 oz.) whole-wheat macaroni, cooked
1 cup whole-wheat bread crumbs, divided
Get the RecipeCottage cheese is the ultimate high-protein snack for bodybuilding. And with this recipe, you can make it at home in 15 minutes. You’ll spend half that time waiting, and you can use it to figure out your next step.
Use cottage cheese to add protein to a snack of fresh fruit, or satisfy sweet cravings by making a protein pudding. For a savory snack, try it with smoked salmon. No matter what you decide to eat, cottage cheese is a great base for a high-protein snack that’s both easy and nutritious.
157
Calories8 g
Protein12 g
Carbs6 g
FatA muffin tin can be used for a lot more than pastries. This high-protein snack is made from mashed sweet potatoes, and using a muffin pan means each portion has exactly 10 grams of protein. Sweet potatoes are mostly carbs, of course, so the protein comes from eggs, cheese, yogurt, and even a touch of bacon.
170
Calories10 g
Protein18 g
Carbs9 g
Fat1 1/2 cups mashed sweet potato (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
2 large eggs
3/4 cup (about 3 oz.) shredded cheddar
3 Tbsp. low-fat plain Greek yogurt
3 strips bacon, cooked and chopped
1–2 jalapenos, minced
Get the RecipeJust spread this walnut butter on toast for a quick snack with 10 grams of protein. For even more, try making high-protein crackers with whey isolate or, for a vegan snack, crackers made from a mix of seeds.
Either way, you’ll have a low-carb snack completely made from whole foods that’s ready whenever a craving strikes.
116
Calories5 g
Protein2 g
Carbs11 g
Fat3 cups walnuts
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp. ground cloves
Pinch of cayenne
Get the RecipeWhat if I told you that just about everything magazines and trainers “teach” you about dieting is wrong?
What if you could build muscle and lose fat eating “naughty” foods every week?
What if you didn’t have to suffer through low-carb dieting to get lean? In fact, what if you could eat all the carbs you wanted?
And what if you didn’t have to gorge yourself just to gain muscle and didn’t have to put on pounds and pounds of ugly fat, either?
In short, what if I told you that proper dieting--whether you want to maximize fat loss or muscle growth--is much simpler and more enjoyable than you’ve been led to believe?
Imagine eating delicious, filling meals every day...never feeling starved or stuffed...having great energy levels and workouts...and watching your body respond exactly as you desire, dropping fat or adding muscle each and every week.
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All these “fantasies” can be a reality...if you know how to do a handful of “little” things correctly.
You see, when you know how to diet properly--and this doesn’t mean learning to eat boiled chicken and raw broccoli six times per day--getting lean and muscular becomes simple, convenient, and dare I say...enjoyable.
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