IntermediateLunch
Lamb Shoulder Salad with Roasted Beet, Walnut & Yogurt Dressing
Warm lamb over cool greens, earthy beet, creamy yogurt—autumn made simple
345 cal · 29g protein · 33 min
Diet & meal · 457 recipes
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.
Intermediate
EasyLunch
Charred Halloumi & Green Olive Fattoush with Pomegranate Molasses Dressing
Squeaky fried cheese, crispy pita croutons, tart pomegranate vinaigrette
805 cal · 28g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Bún Tôm Xào – Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice Noodles
Tender shrimp, fresh herbs, crispy shallots over cool vermicelli
755 cal · 28g protein · 22 min
EasyLunch
Orzo con Piselli, Fave e Ricotta Salata
Pearl pasta with spring peas, fava beans, crispy pancetta
763 cal · 28g protein · 25 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Halloumi & Pomegranate Fattoush with Toasted Sumac Vinaigrette
crispy fried cheese, torn bread salad & tangy pomegranate dressing
677 cal · 28g protein · 27 min
EasyLunch
Coconut-Tomato Dal with Charred Spinach & Soft Rice
Creamy red lentils, bright tomato, charred greens
910 cal · 27g protein · 32 min
IntermediateLunch
Green Curry Mussels with Charred Snap Peas & Jasmine Rice
Briny mussels in aromatic green curry broth with tender vegetables
780 cal · 27g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Crispy Chicken Thigh Salad with Roasted Apple & Walnut
Pan-seared thigh over bitter greens, warm roasted apple, toasted walnuts, sharp cider vinaigrette
693 cal · 27g protein · 40 min
IntermediateLunch
Doenjang Clam Broth with Hand-Torn Noodle Ribbons
Umami-rich fermented soy broth with littleneck clams and springtime vegetables
508 cal · 27g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Lamb Shoulder Salad with Charred Corn and Lime Crema
Tender lamb, roasted corn, and a silky dressing
408 cal · 27g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedLunch
Pan-Seared Lamb Loin Chops with Charred Spring Onion Purée & Crispy Breadcrumb Dust
Tender lamb chops with silken spring onion cream and nutty crumb
711 cal · 27g protein · 47 min
EasyLunch
Cumin-Spiced Lentil Dal with Charred Tomato & Crispy Onion
Silky red lentil dal topped with fried shallots and halved tomatoes
644 cal · 27g protein · 28 min
EasyLunch
Charred Chickpea & Herb Salad with Crispy Pita & Whipped Feta
Protein-rich, crunchy, tangy, ready in 20 minutes
698 cal · 27g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Creamy Tomato & Lentil Soup
Warm, soothing, and substantial
555 cal · 27g protein · 26 min
EasyLunch
Hiyamen: Cold Ramen with Charred Shrimp & Ponzu Drizzle
Icy noodles topped with flame-kissed shrimp and bright citrus sauce
701 cal · 27g protein · 18 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared Chicken Thigh Salad with Charred Corn & Lime Dressing
Tender thigh meat over crisp greens, sweet charred corn, and a sharp California citrus vinaigrette
513 cal · 27g protein · 35 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Beet & Paneer Salad with Pomegranate-Lime Dressing & Toasted Pistachios
Earthy beets and creamy paneer with bright citrus and jeweled pomegranate
871 cal · 26g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Ground Lamb Keema with Charred Okra
Spiced lamb mince braised with tomato, finished with charred okra and herbed rice
699 cal · 26g protein · 43 min
IntermediateLunch
Seared Lamb Loin Chops with Green Herb Sauce & Charred Fennel
Pink-centered lamb with peppery herb oil and caramelized anise-scented fennel
1107 cal · 26g protein · 30 min
EasyLunch
Çoban Salatası with Grilled Halloumi and Sumac
Fresh chopped salad with charred cheese and pomegranate vinaigrette
580 cal · 26g protein · 20 min
EasyLunch
Causa Rellena de Atún—Chilled Layered Potato Terrine with Tuna Salad
Traditional Peruvian potato tower filled with creamy tuna, avocado, and cilantro
570 cal · 26g protein · 23 min
EasyLunch
Pan-Seared Chicken Thigh & Crispy Sauerkraut with Caraway
Golden chicken, tangy cabbage, warming spice
418 cal · 26g protein · 26 min
EasyLunch
Tamarind-Glazed Chicken & Green Mango Salad
Pan-seared chicken thighs over crisp green mango, herbs, and peanuts
556 cal · 26g protein · 25 min
EasyLunch
Ceviche-Style Mahi-Mahi with Cancha Corn & Purple Potato
Raw white fish cured in fresh lime, roasted corn kernels, crispy toasted corn kernels, and waxy purple potato
499 cal · 26g protein · 22 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 35 minutes. The quickest is around 22 minutes and the longest about 65 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 473 and 1081 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.
