High-Protein Lunch Recipes

Packable, protein-rich lunch recipes perfect for meal prep and work.

36g protein⏱ 40 min

Meatball Sub

Italian beef meatballs in marinara sauce with melted mozzarella on a toasted hoagie roll.

520 caleasy

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38g protein⏱ 30 min

Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Grilled herbed chicken over fluffy quinoa with cucumber, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and creamy tzatziki.

440 caleasy

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36g protein⏱ 25 min

Beef Shawarma Bowl

Spiced beef sliced thin over rice with hummus, pickled onions, tahini, and fresh vegetables.

480 caleasy

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24g protein⏱ 25 min

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Trendy appetizer: crispy seared rice cakes topped with spicy tuna, avocado, and sriracha mayo.

340 caleasy

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30g protein⏱ 18 min

Beef Larb (Thai Spicy Salad)

Spicy Thai ground beef salad with lime, fish sauce, toasted rice powder, and fresh herbs. Zesty and light.

300 caleasy

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30g protein⏱ 18 min

Chicken Larb (Thai Minced Chicken Salad)

Spicy Thai minced chicken salad with lime, fish sauce, toasted rice powder, and fresh herbs. Bright and addictive.

260 caleasy

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32g protein⏱ 22 min

Beef Quesadilla

Crispy tortilla stuffed with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, peppers, and onions. Quick comfort food.

480 caleasy

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32g protein⏱ 22 min

Turkey and Black Bean Quesadilla

Crispy quesadilla with seasoned ground turkey, black beans, corn, and melted pepper jack cheese.

440 caleasy

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40g protein⏱ 25 min

Chicken Caesar Salad

Classic Caesar salad with grilled chicken breast, crunchy croutons, parmesan, and creamy homemade Caesar dressing.

400 caleasy

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38g protein⏱ 90 min

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Grilled marinated chicken skewers with a creamy, spicy peanut dipping sauce. Thai street food classic.

400 caleasy

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34g protein⏱ 35 min

Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs

Turkey meatballs seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, baked and served with tzatziki over a Greek salad.

380 caleasy

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22g protein⏱ 55 min

Beef Empanadas

Flaky pastry stuffed with seasoned ground beef, olives, and hard-boiled egg. Golden baked Argentinian hand pies.

380 calmedium

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28g protein⏱ 15 min

Turkey Fried Rice

Quick fried rice using ground turkey with vegetables, egg, and soy sauce. Great for using leftover rice.

400 caleasy

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34g protein⏱ 18 min

Chicken Quesadilla

Crispy grilled tortilla stuffed with seasoned chicken, melted cheese, peppers, and onions. Quick lunch or dinner.

440 caleasy

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28g protein⏱ 5 min

Turkey and Avocado Wrap

Fresh lunch wrap with sliced turkey, avocado, hummus, cucumber, and mixed greens. Healthy and satisfying.

380 caleasy

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40g protein⏱ 27 min

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Crunchy chicken tenders with a golden panko crust, made healthier in the air fryer. Perfect with honey mustard dipping sauce.

380 caleasy

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38g protein⏱ 15 min

Turkey Cobb Salad

Loaded Cobb salad with sliced turkey, bacon, avocado, blue cheese, egg, and ranch dressing.

420 caleasy

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36g protein⏱ 35 min

Beef Gyros

Greek-spiced beef in warm pita with tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, and fries. Authentic street food.

480 caleasy

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36g protein⏱ 25 min

Chicken Teriyaki Bowl

Tender chicken thighs glazed in homemade teriyaki sauce served over steamed rice with edamame and pickled ginger.

480 caleasy

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28g protein⏱ 45 min

Peruvian Fish Ceviche

Fresh white fish cured in lime juice with red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and avocado. A refreshing Peruvian classic.

260 caleasy

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32g protein⏱ 20 min

Turkey Teriyaki Rice Bowl

Ground turkey glazed in homemade teriyaki sauce over rice with steamed vegetables and sesame.

420 caleasy

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30g protein⏱ 40 min

Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl)

Korean rice bowl with seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, a fried egg, and spicy gochujang sauce.

480 caleasy

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30g protein⏱ 35 min

Chicken Noodle Soup

Classic homemade chicken noodle soup with tender chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles in savory broth.

320 caleasy

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