EasyDinner
Whole Branzino en Papillote with Za'atar, Green Olives & Charred Lemon
Whole fish steamed in parchment, herbaceous za'atar crust, briny olives
706 cal · 74g protein · 23 min
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High-Protein Dinner Recipes
High-Protein dinner ideas — protein-packed dishes to keep you full and fuel training. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
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IntermediateDinner
Carne Asada Cactus Salad with Charred Corn, Black Beans & Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette
Grilled marinated beef with grilled nopales, corn, and fresh herb dressing
1092 cal · 74g protein · 55 min
IntermediateDinner
Saffron & Green Olive Branzino en Papillote with Charred Lemon & Herbed Couscous
Whole fish steamed in paper with layered aromatics and pearled grains
1072 cal · 74g protein · 38 min
IntermediateDinner
Whole Roasted Branzino en Papillote with Za'atar, Green Olives & Charred Lemon
whole fish steamed in parchment with citrus, sumac-spice crust, herbed couscous on the side
1405 cal · 74g protein · 37 min
SophisticatedDinner
Galbijjim Braised Short Rib with Shiitake, Chestnut & Jeotgal-Miso Reduction
Slow-braised Korean beef with umami-rich mushroom and nut consommé
999 cal · 74g protein · 165 min
IntermediateDinner
Pan-Seared Branzino en Papillote with Charred Jalapeño, Charred Tomatillo & Cilantro-Lime Jus
Whole fish steamed in parchment with bright green sauce and roasted corn
810 cal · 74g protein · 38 min
EasyDinner
Pan-Seared Branzino with Chermoula, Charred Tomato & Herbed Couscous
Whole spiced fish with vibrant herb sauce and toasted grains
1411 cal · 74g protein · 25 min
IntermediateDinner
Whole Charred Hammour en Papillote with Saffron, Green Olives & Fennel
Gulf grouper steamed in parchment with fragrant spices and roasted vegetables
801 cal · 74g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedDinner
Whole Grilled Seabass with Soy-Miso Glaze, Blistered Shishito Peppers & Burnt Orange Jus
Crispy skin, tender flesh, charred vegetables, citrus-umami sauce
904 cal · 73g protein · 65 min
IntermediateDinner
Cá Nướng Lá Chanh với Cơm Chiên Tỏi
Whole grilled fish in lemongrass-lime leaves with crispy garlic fried rice
805 cal · 73g protein · 38 min
SophisticatedDinner
Spatchcock Chicken with Green Curry, Charred Eggplant & Thai Basil
Butterflied whole chicken, aromatic curry sauce, crispy skin
978 cal · 73g protein · 85 min
EasyDinner
Pan-Seared Red Snapper with Charred Okra & Allspice-Brown Butter Sauce
Delicate, aromatic, earthy, herbaceous
651 cal · 73g protein · 26 min
SophisticatedDinner
Pork Carnitas with Charred Pineapple & Crispy Tortilla
Confit pork shoulder, caramelized fruit, and charred corn tortillas with charred jalapeño aioli
1247 cal · 73g protein · 200 min
IntermediateDinner
Whole Roasted Hammour with Saffron, Green Olive & Charred Fennel
Showstopping fish with Middle Eastern luxury
797 cal · 73g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedDinner
Pan-Seared Whole Branzino with Lovage, Black Garlic & Charred Lemon Spätzle
Delicate fish, fragrant herb, umami richness, hand-rolled pasta
1039 cal · 73g protein · 52 min
IntermediateDinner
Whole Roasted Snapper en Papillote with Charred Scallion-Cilantro Emulsion & Roasted Huitlacoche
Black skin crust with smoky corn fungus and bright herb oil
625 cal · 72g protein · 34 min
SophisticatedDinner
Whole Branzino en Papillote with Soy-Kombu Dashi, Charred Shishito & Burnt Miso Emulsion
steamed white fish, umami broth, Japanese technique, table drama
757 cal · 72g protein · 50 min
EasyDinner
Whole Roasted Branzino en Papillote with Saffron, Capers & Charred Lemon
Mediterranean sea bass steamed in parchment with saffron rice and olives
937 cal · 72g protein · 32 min
IntermediateDinner
Lubina a la Sal con Romesco y Espinacas a la Catalana
Whole branzino baked in salt crust, served with roasted red-pepper sauce and Catalan spinach
885 cal · 72g protein · 43 min
EasyDinner
Pan-Seared Branzino with Burnt Onion Relish & Charred Lemon Yogurt
Crispy-skinned fish crowned with caramelized onions and cooling yogurt
678 cal · 72g protein · 28 min
SophisticatedDinner
Pan-Seared Branzino with Tamarind Glaze & Charred Broccolini
Crispy-skinned fish with tangy-sweet Southeast Asian sauce
847 cal · 72g protein · 30 min
IntermediateDinner
Lamb Riblets with Charred Serrano and Black Garlic Glaze
Meaty, caramelized, and balanced with heat and umami
721 cal · 72g protein · 105 min
SophisticatedDinner
Whole Roasted Branzino with Chermoula, Charred Lemon & Herbed Couscous
Herb-brined whole fish, bright North African flavor
1103 cal · 71g protein · 40 min
EasyDinner
Lubina a la Sal con Romesco
Whole sea bass baked in salt crust with charred pepper and almond sauce
1075 cal · 71g protein · 34 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 38 minutes. The quickest is around 22 minutes and the longest about 80 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
Is every recipe here high protein?
Every recipe in this collection is written without ingredients that break a high protein diet. We cannot vouch for the brands in your cupboard or for cross-contamination in your kitchen, so check labels as you normally would.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 491 and 1197 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
