You won't go hungry with these delicious high-protein, low-carb meal ideas. That's because protein leaves you feeling full and satisfied, so you won't experience an energy crash like you would from a carb-heavy meal.

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Enjoy lamb meatballs, chorizo frittata, tuna steak and turkey stir-fry.

Next, try our high-protein breakfasts, high-protein vegetarian meals and healthy carb recipes.


Pesto chicken

Our hasselback chicken traybake with pesto, mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes makes a quick midweek meal that's easily doubled or halved. Plus, it has just over 300 calories.

Tray of stuffed hasselback chicken breasts with pesto

Keto chilli con carne

This wholesome beef chilli con carne is a satisfying meal, packed with mushrooms, pepper and tomato. It's a winner whether or not you're following a keto diet.

A casserole dish of chilli topped with sour cream next to bowls of grated cheese and coriander

Healthy turkey stir-fry

Sauerkraut adds a delicious tang to this simple turkey stir-fry, balanced with earthy broccoli and mushrooms, zingy ginger and a sweet and salty sauce that gives this supper an added kick.

Fried Rice with Broccoli and Mushrooms in a Wok

Chorizo, roasted red pepper and pea frittata

Liven up your frittata with chorizo and a kick of chilli, then pop under the grill until puffed and golden.

A chorizo frittata with red pepper and peas on a rustic baking tray

Creamy Tuscan chicken

Sun-dried tomatoes add a welcome pop of flavour to this easy chicken dish, on the table in less than an hour.

Two bowls of Tuscan chicken next to a slice of bread

Sesame-crusted tuna with miso dressing

Coat tuna steaks in sesame seeds and serve on a crunchy sugar snap pea and edamame salad for a quick, protein-rich meal.

Sesame Crusted Tuna Recipe with Miso Dressing

Greek lamb meatball, feta and tomato bake

Add Greek flavours of feta, oregano and pine nuts to this meaty tray bake and serve straight from the oven to allow everyone to dig in.

Greek Lamb Meatballs Recipe with Feta and Tomato

Harissa lamb-stuffed courgettes

Fill courgettes with a mix of lamb mince, garlic, cumin and harissa, and bake in a fiery tomato sauce to make an exciting weeknight meal for two.

Harissa Lamb-Stuffed Courgettes in Tomato Sauce

Healthy turkey burgers

Make these herby turkey burgers with sweet tomato chutney for a healthy family dinner – they're low in calories and packed with protein.

Two Turkey Burgers in Buns with Lettuce and Tomato on a Wooden Board

Lamb and tomato stew with butter beans and feta

This one-pot lamb stew is a doddle to make – the oven does all the work for you. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the juices.

Lamb and Tomato Stew

Chicken stroganoff

This creamy chicken stroganoff is made with soured cream, and flavoured with sweet paprika and a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce. It makes a great jacket potato filling.

Chicken stroganoff in a skillet

Green frittata

Add vibrant peas, salty bacon and sweet red peppers to your frittata for an easy midweek meal.

A frying pan filled with a yellow frittata with red peppers and green peas

Pomegranate chicken traybake

A kick of rose harissa is balanced by sweet pomegranate molasses in this easy chicken traybake recipe, topped with a scattering of feta.

An oven dish filled with chicken baked in a tomato sauce, set on a red napkin with a yellow background

Chargrilled tuna with crunchy lemon bulgar salad

Check out this flavour-packed tuna steak with zingy lemon bulgar wheat salad. Ready in 30 minutes, this low-calorie recipe is a quick and easy midweek meal for two.

Chargrilled tuna with crunchy lemon bulgur salad on a plate

Healthy kebabs

Mix turkey mince with feta, lemon and parsley and serve in warm pittas with yogurt and salad for a light, summery take on the classic kebab.

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A plate on a white background with green napkins, filled with turkey skewers and charred pitta breads

Paprika chicken

Try this winning chicken dinner one-pot served with potatoes or rice for mopping up the smoky sauce.

Pot of chicken thighs in a paprika sauce

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