SophisticatedLunch
Poisson Cru en Assiette: Raw Summer Fish with Citrus Emulsion, Compressed Cucumber & Radish Microgreens
Pristine raw fish cured in olive oil and sherry, with silken lemon emulsion
762 cal · 25g protein · 20 min
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High-Protein Lunch Recipes
High-Protein lunch 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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IntermediateLunch
Miso-Glazed Tofu Steak with Charred Shishito Escabeche
Crispy exterior, silken center, pickled pepper punch
588 cal · 24g protein · 38 min
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Charred Market Fish Crudo with Citrus Emulsion, Crispy Garlic & Summer Herb Salad
Raw and seared fish bridged by bright citrus foam and textured herbs
729 cal · 24g protein · 65 min
EasyLunch
Chermoula Chicken & Roasted Carrot Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Herb-marinated chicken, sweet roasted carrots, tart pomegranate glaze
381 cal · 24g protein · 23 min
EasyLunch
Ensalada de Espárragos Tostados con Jamón Crudo
Charred spring asparagus, serrano ham, and Manchego in lemon-sherry dressing
415 cal · 24g protein · 25 min
EasyLunch
Seared Diver Scallops with Corn Silk Velouté & Crispy Sage
Sweet marine scallops, silken corn cream, golden sage, charred corn husk oil
583 cal · 24g protein · 35 min
EasyLunch
Green Papaya Salad with Grilled Shrimp
Tart, spicy, crunchy, alive
386 cal · 23g protein · 18 min
IntermediateLunch
Moqueca de Peixe com Mandioca Frita e Salada de Melancia
Bahian fish stew with coconut-lime broth, cassava fries & watermelon-red onion salad
5040 cal · 23g protein · 45 min
IntermediateLunch
Carne Asada Tostada Salad with Charred Corn & Black Bean Crema
Seared beef sirloin, crispy tortilla bowl, charred corn, creamy black bean purée
716 cal · 23g protein · 43 min
EasyLunch
Bacalao a la vizcaína
Salt cod in red pepper & tomato braise with olives
400 cal · 22g protein · 25 min
EasyLunch
Coconut Dal Soup with Crispy Garlic Chickpea Croutons
Silky red lentil dal spiked with ginger and lime, topped with garlic-fried chickpea crisps
509 cal · 22g protein · 35 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Cauliflower & Pomegranate Salad with Spiced Yogurt Dressing
Ras el hanout roasted florets, pomegranate molasses, whipped labneh.
531 cal · 20g protein · 43 min
EasyLunch
Bún Tôm Nướng Thơm Lá Và Dưa Leo
Chilled vermicelli with charred shrimp, herbs, cucumber and peanut drizzle
645 cal · 20g protein · 22 min
EasyLunch
Salade Lyonnaise aux Lardons & Œuf Poché
Warm frisée salad with crispy pork belly, soft egg, and Dijon vinaigrette
469 cal · 19g protein · 22 min
IntermediateLunch
Ceviche-Cured Amberjack with Rocoto, Cancha & Charred Corn Silk Bisque
Raw fish transformed by Peruvian citrus, served in a silken, charred corn broth.
496 cal · 19g protein · 43 min
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Tafelspitz with Charred Root Vegetables & Horseradish Cream
Silken poached beef tenderloin, sharp root purée, crispy breadcrumb garnish
545 cal · 19g protein · 75 min
EasyLunch
Salade Verte aux Lardons & Œuf Mollet
Butter-soft egg, warm bacon, Dijon vinaigrette, crispy croutons
600 cal · 18g protein · 20 min
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Doenjang-Cured Hamachi Crudo with Charred Shishito, Black Garlic Oil & Crispy Rice Cracker
Japanese simplicity elevated with Korean umami fermentation
484 cal · 18g protein · 75 min
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Rouget & Sauce Vierge with Celeriac Purée & Crispy Salsify
Delicate red mullet, bright tomato oil, silken celeriac, bitter-sweet roots
2631 cal · 18g protein · 60 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Delicata Squash & Shrimp Bánh Mì Bowl
Roasted squash, crispy shrimp, pickled daikon & carrot, cilantro-chili mayo
533 cal · 17g protein · 45 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Corn Bisque with Crispy Smoked Trout & Dill Oil
Summer corn, silky technique, smoky fish and bright herb finish
814 cal · 17g protein · 40 min
IntermediateLunch
Causa Limeña Stacked with Pan-Seared Scallops, Avocado Mousse & Crispy Shallot Adobo
Layered Andean potato cake with coastal scallops and silky green crema
658 cal · 16g protein · 40 min
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Seared Hamachi Crudo with Ume, Crispy Rice Paperand Roasted Beet-Citrus Emulsion
Raw hamachi with pickling flavor, crispy textural notes, and earthy sweet beet sauce
601 cal · 15g protein · 55 min
EasyLunch
Doenjang Clam Broth with Crispy Tofu Cubes
Salty-umami broth, silken clams, golden fried tofu
314 cal · 12g protein · 20 min