Looking for high protein meatless meals? Prioritizing protein is key to feeling satiated and building muscle on a plant-based diet. Whether you are vegetarian or vegan, here is a selection of easy protein-packed, plant-based recipes for dinner, meal-prep, lunch or breakfast!

High Protein Vegetarian Dinners

These high protein meatless meals will keep you feeling full and satisfied while providing healthy fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy nutrients!

italian baked beans with kale in a baking dish.

Italian Baked Beans

This protein-packed Italian Baked Beans recipe with kale, cannellini beans, melty mozzarella cheese, and marinara sauce couldn’t be easier to make. A high protein meatless meal!

lentil bolognese pasta in bowl, garnished with fresh basil.

Lentil Pasta

Rich and robust, this plant-based Lentil Bolognese is hearty, “meaty” and full of depth of flavor. Packed with protein, it satisfies!

high protein burrito bowls.

High Protein Burrito Bowls

Better than Chipotle, this high-protein burrito bowl recipe uses tofu sofritas, black beans, fresh, healthy veggies, tasty toppings, and creamy avocado sauce.

This simple delicious Red Lentil Soup recipe will soon become your new favorite! Easy to make, with simple, wholesome ingredients, in very little time! Vegan and Gluten-free.

Red Lentil Soup

This simple delicious Red Lentil Soup recipe will soon become your new favorite! Highly adaptable, with simple, wholesome ingredients, full of protein.

Crispy BBQ tofu sandwich with avocado and slaw.

BBQ Tofu Sandwich

This crispy BBQ Tofu Sandwich is topped with avocado and a crunchy cilantro cabbage slaw- packed with protein and easy to make in 30 minutes.

White bean patties with mashed potatoes on a plate.

White Bean Patties

Sagey Leek and White Bean Patties are full of healthy plant protein, a savory and delicious vegetarian meal.

This toasty Tempeh Reuben Sandwich is so delicious! Made with seasoned tempeh, fermented sauerkraut, melty cheese, and classic Reuben sauce, keep it vegetarian or use vegan cheese for a vegan Reuben! Vegan-adaptable.

Tempeh Reuben Sandwich

This high-protein meatless meal is so delicious! Toasty Tempeh Reuben Sandwich is made of protein-rich tempeh and sauerkraut, keep it vegetarian, or use vegan cheese for a vegan reuben! 

lentil and chickpea soup in a bowl.

Harira

This Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup called Harira is hearty, full of protein ( both lentils and chickpeas) and loaded with nutrients.

mexican baked beans in a skillet with tomatoes.

Baked Enchilada Beans

A quick and easy dinner idea, Baked Enchilada Beans are made with homemade, 5-minute enchilada sauce and Mexican cheese, baked in the oven until warm and melty. Great for meal prep.

A falafel burger with tahini yogurt, pickled onions, tomatoes, cucumber on a toasty bun.

Falafel BurgerS

Crispy Falafel Burgers with tahini yogurt, pickled onions, microgreens, and zhoug sauce- a tasty, high-protein meatless meal that features chickpeas. So much flavor!

This healthy tempeh salad recipe is made with crispy blackened tempeh, avocado, kale and creamy vegan cajun ranch dressing. Vegan.

Blackend Tempeh

Blackened tempeh can be turned into a salad or a wrap with crispy, protein-rich tempeh, kale, avocado, pickled onions, and a creamy vegan cajun ranch dressing.

vegan black bean burger with avocado, slaw, and chipotle mayo between buns.

Black Bean Burgers

An easy, 30-minute recipe for Black Bean Burgers! This veggie burger is full of protein, hearty, and satisfying. Great for meal prep.

mushroom walnut roast loaf, topped with mushrooms and pomegranate seeds.

Mushroom Walnut Roast

This sagey Mushroom Walnut Roast is a savory, hearty vegetarian main dish full of healthy protein and fiber.

spinach lentil dal served with basmati rice, naan, and fresh herbs.

Lentil Dal

Spinach Lentil Dal is a high-protein Indian lentil recipe with a flavorful spinach sauce. It is full of flavor and nutrients and can be made in 30 minutes.

chana masala served in bowl over rice, with naan, pickled onions, cherry tomatoes, and fresh cilantro.

Chana Masala

This authentic Chana Masala is a quick and easy vegetarian dinner recipe that is full of amazing Indian flavor! Garnish with pickled red onions and herbs.

High-protein meatless Meals

crispy sesame tempeh bowl served with shredded cabbage and carrots, sliced pepper and avocado, and broccoli.

Crispy Sesame Tempeh Bowl

This Crispy Sesame Tempeh recipe is easy, flavorful, and is packed with protein! Create healthy grain bowls with brown rice and veggies and dinner is good to go!

lentil meatballs in pan with creamy coconut curry sauce, topped with fresh herbs.

Lentil Meatballs

Voted “Best Vegan Recipe” on Food 52, this Lentil Meatball Recipe with Indian Coconut Curry Sauce is a delicious healthy meal infused with fragrant Indian spices.

Mediterranean split pea soup in bowl with spoon, topped with croutons, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs.

Mediterranean Split Pea Soup

Mediterranean Split Pea Soup is healthy and satisfying. Simple, clean ingredients create a hearty soup that tastes even better the next day!  

falafel bowl with sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, micro greens, grains, and drizzled tahini sauce.

Falafel Bowl

High protein Falafel Bowls are made with whole grains, healthy veggies, and tahini sauce. The falafels can be prepped ahead for the busy workweek.

lentil patties on bed of whole grains, drizzled with zhoug sauce and served with kale cabbage slaw and herbs.

Lentil Patties

Simple tasty vegan Lentil Patties topped with optional Zhoug Greek yogurt sauce and served with Everyday Kale Slaw! This high protein recipe is easy to make too!

Vegan pozole in a bowl with toppings.

Vegan Pozole

Bursting with flavor, this Vegan Pozole with black beans and hominy is richly spiced with deep, complex flavors. Top it with shredded cabbage, radishes, cilantro, and avocado.

bowl of curried split pea soup, garnished with drizzle of coconut milk, fresh peas, fresh herbs, and spices.

Curried Split Pea Soup

This Curry Split Pea Soup is a fresh take on the traditional. It’s creamy and delicious, enhanced with yellow curry, coconut milk, and fresh peas.

moo shu tofu in bowl, tossed in hoison sauce, with bean threads, peppers, mushrooms, scallions.

Moo Shu Tofu

This Moo Shu tofu is loaded with tender-crisp vegetables and crispy tofu all tucked into a tortilla or rice pancake for a delicious vegan meal. Served with tangy hoisin sauce.

lentil curry served over rice and spinach, topped with coconut flakes and fresh herbs.

Lentil Curry

Infused with fragrant Indian spices, this Lentil Curry is delicious, vegan, and gluten free! Serve over a bed of spinach or basmati rice, or with homemade naan bread!

tofu paprikash served over pasta with red peppers, parsley, spinach.

Tofu Paprikash

Rich, creamy Tofu Paprikash features seared tofu in a decadent Hungarian paprika sauce. Spoon it over noodles, rice, potatoes, or roasted cauliflower for a quick vegan dinner.

eggplant chickpea tagine in dutch oven, garnished with fresh parsley.

Eggplant Chickpea Tagine

Delicious, healthy Tagine recipe with Eggplant and Chickpeas is seasoned with Moroccan spices and served over couscous. A simple plant-based dinner recipe!

lentil chili vegetable soup in dutch oven, with cinnamon stick and fresh herbs.

Lentil Chili

This Lentil Chili is packed with nutrients and comforting flavor and is perfect for weeknight dinners. It saves well, and leftovers taste even better! Great for meal-prep.

lentil bowl topped with sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, radish, peppers, cauliflower, spinach, shredded carrots and cabbage, and an avocado half, drizzled with tahini sauce.

Lentil Bowls

High-protein Lentil Bowls are easy, nourishing, and delicious! They’re served with seasonal veggies, dark leafy greens, herbs, nuts or seeds, avocado, and our favorite tahini sauce!

szechuan tofu and veggies with sesame seeds and sliced scallions and chilies.

Szechuan Tofu and Veggies

Szechuan Tofu and Veggies! A flavorful vegan stir-fry with crispy tofu and szechuan sauce, loaded up with healthy vegetables! Quick, easy, and flavorful!!!

Protein-powered breakfast REcipes

When you start the day off with a protein-fueled meal, glucose is stabilized and regulated throughout the whole day. Many of these are great for meal prep.

15 Vegan Breakfasts! |Teff Porridge with fresh figs, maple and walnuts-- an easy, vegan protein packed breakfast! Gluten Free, Vegan! | #teff #porridge #veganbreakfast #healthybreakfast www.feastingathome.com

Teff Porridge

Teff Porridge is packed with protein! Top with fresh fruit or berries and walnuts for a tasty vegan breakfast.

Mexican style breakfast burrito bowl.

Mexican Breakfast Burrito Bowls!

These spicy, flavorful, Mexican Breakfast Bowls are packed full of plant protein. Made with sweet potatoes, black beans, vegan chorizo, avocado, cilantro, and an optional egg.

Quinoa Breakfast Bowls

Breakfast Bowls

Make these breakfast bowls with quinoa or teff for a high-protein breakfast. Savory or sweet, you’ll love them!

Chia Pudding in a bowl.

Chia Pudding

This Chia Pudding recipe with creamy Greek yogurt is high in protein, and can be made ahead for the busy week.

chickpea scramble with spinach and mushrooms served with toast, sliced avocado, and micro greens.

Chickpea Scramble

Chickpea Scramble is soy-free! Packed with protein and nutrients, it’s perfect for a savory breakfast, a light and wholesome lunch, or a flavorful dinner side dish. 

scrambled eggs with asparagus and leeks served with breakfast potatoes.

Scrambled Eggs with Asparagus & Leeks

This recipe for Scrambled Eggs is made with tender asparagus, melted leeks, chèvre, and fresh dill. A simple, easy breakfast inspired by spring!

opened faced english muffin with vegan eggs benedict, made with tofu bacon, sliced avocado, sliced red onion, topped with vegan hollandaise and fresh dill.

Vegan “Eggs” Benedict

Vegan Benedict is a high-protein breakfast that features a sumptuous vegan hollandaise sauce, tofu bacon, and wilted spinach, all served atop a sourdough English muffin.

tofu scramble with greens and veggies, served with sliced avocado, tomato, radish, micro greens, and toast.

Tofu Scramble

Load up this 15-minute Tofu Scramble with seasonal veggies, or keep it plain and simple. Either way, you’ll love this high-protein vegan breakfast with turmeric and nutritional yeast.

plate of egg bites with roasted red pepper, basil, and cherry tomatoes.

Quick & Easy Egg Bites

These quick & easy egg bites are the perfect make-ahead breakfast. Make them in 35 minutes, and store them in the fridge for the busy work week, or freeze and reheat. Great for meal prep.

vegetable frittata in a round pan, made with broccoli, spinach, bell pepper, and ricotta.

Vegetable Frittata

This baked Vegetable Frittata recipe is so simple and easy. Packed full of healthy veggies, like broccoli and spinach, and creamy goat cheese, it’s perfect for meal prep.

cast iron pan with green veggie vegan frittata, topped with tomatoes, spatula holding slice over pan.

Vegan Frittata

This Vegan Frittata recipe celebrates the flourishing greenness of springtime. Stocked up with fresh herbs, leeks, asparagus, and a creamy chickpea flour filling, it’s delicious!

High protein lunches

Here is a selection of lunches that are packed with protein and fiber to keep hunger at bay while keeping you energized all day long.

stack of lentil wraps with lentils, spinach, avocado, cabbage, and peppers.

Lentil Wrap

A quick and easy Lentil Wrap with avocado, carrots, cabbage, and the tastiest Sriracha Tahini Sauce. Healthy, nourishing, rich in protein, vegan, and delicious!

quinoa chickpea salad with tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, pepper, onion, and herbs.

Lemony Quinoa Chickpea Salad

This Quinoa Chickpea Salad is made with chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, kalamata olives, dill, parsley, and Preserved Lemon Dressing. A healthy, Middle Eastern vegan salad!

miso tofu wraps with winter squash, avocado, slaw, herbs, and furikake, wrapped in tortillas and held together with toothpicks.

Miso Tofu Wrap with Winter Squash and Furikake

A delicious vegan recipe for Miso Tofu Wrap with roasted butternut Squash, baked miso tofu, Asian slaw, avocado, furikake, and flavorful miso dressing.

lentil tabouli salad with tomatoes and herbs, served with fresh lemon.

Lentil Tabouli Salad

This simple Lentil Tabouli Salad is full of Middle Eastern flavor! Filling, high protein lentils are paired with tomatoes, lemon, and herbs. Perfect for midweek lunches or potlucks!

hands holding a bunch of curry chickpea salad wraps.

Curry Chickpea Salad

A simple vegan recipe for Curry Chickpea Salad, that can be turned into a wrap with spinach and sprouts. A healthy, high protein vegan lunch idea!

Moroccan lentil salad with crunchy veggies, dried apricots, almonds, and herbs.

Moroccan Lentil Salad

The BEST Moroccan Lentil Salad! This healthy vegan lentil salad can be made ahead and keeps for 4 days, perfect for healthy midweek lunches.

chickpea salad with cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, cucumber, and herbs.

Chickpea Salad

This Chickpea Salad is quick, easy, and full of fresh flavors and crunchy texture. Made in one bowl with a simple lemon olive oil dressing, everything comes together in 20 minutes!

curry tofu wraps with apples, onion, cashews, and herbs stacked with a toothpick, served with sprouts.

Curry Tofu Wrap

Vegan Curry Tofu Wrap with cashews and apples can be enjoyed in a warm tortilla, stuffed into an avocado, or served over a bowl of baby spinach. Flavorful and healthy!

High-protein recipes for meal prep!

These high-protein recipes are perfect for making ahead. Add them to salads, wraps, tacos, sandwiches, and bowls for a boost of protein.

This easy sofritas recipe will make you want to skip Chipotle's! Savory, Mexican-spiced tofu crumbles are full of flavor and high in protein, and ready in 10 minutes flat!

Easy Tofu Sofritas

My “go-to” quick, easy, protein boost! Savory, Mexican-spiced tofu crumbles are full of flavor and high in protein, and ready in 10 minutes flat! Perfect for meal prep.

Falafels are full of plant protein and can be made ahead and frozen or kept in the fridge for up to four days.

Falafels

This authentic Falafel recipe is great for meal prepping! Falafels are full of plant protein and can be made ahead and frozen or kept in the fridge for up to four days.

French lentils in a braiser.

Braised French Lentils

This braised French Lentil recipe is incredibly nourishing and comforting! Make a batch for the week to serve up as a protein-rich side.

vegan chorizo in a skillet.

Vegan Chorizo

Smoky, savory, spicy Vegan Chorizo made with walnuts, lentils, and Mexican Spices- a tasty, high-protein, plant-based addition to bowls, burritos, nachos, tacos, and more!

Crispy tofu bacon on a plate.

Tofu Bacon

This smoky, crispy Vegan Bacon is made with tofu and is perfectly chewy and savory.  A delicious plant-based protein, perfect for breakfast, BLTs, wraps, sandwiches, pasta, and buddha bowls.

Cuban Black Beans in a Bowl.

Cuban Black Beans

Full of savory flavor, these protein-packed, Cuban Black Beans are made with dry black beans ( or canned black beans) and simple seasonings.

Baked tofu with sesame marinade on a sheet pan.

Baked Tofu (with 3 Marinades)

Baked tofu with 3 different marinades: Sesame Ginger Miso, Spicy Mexican Tofu and BBQ Tofu. High in protein, great for meal prep.

crispy cubes of tofu in a cast iron skillet.

Crispy Tofu

Here’s an easy recipe for Crispy Tofu. It can be made on the stovetop in 20 minutes with minimal ingredients and provides a huge protein boost.

What to serve with high-protein meatless meals

Serve high-fiber veggies and leafy greens, and make ahead salads and soups with your high protein meatless meals. Here are some options.

Chef’s Tips

  • Stock your pantry with protein! Always try to have at least one-two meatless protein options on hand. This will help with hunger emergencies!
  • Protein first. Try to start your day with protein first. Whether this is breakfast or lunch, starting off with protein will minimize blood sugar spikes throughout the day, keeping you feeling satiated.
  • Prepare. I like to prep ahead one protein-rich soup and salad per week just to have on hand, at the ready. These are easy and last 4 days in the fridge – and make it easy to stay the course.

Faqs

What meatless foods are high in protein?

Plant-based foods with the highest amount of protein include tofu, tempeh, lentils, beans, split peas, and nuts. Grains like teff and quinoa are also high in protein. Vegetarians can include eggs and yogurt.

How to get 30 grams of protein per vegetarian meal?

30 grams of protein in a vegetarian meal looks like 1 ½ cups of tofu, 1 cup of cooked lentils, 1 cup of tempeh, and 2 cups of cooked split peas.

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Looking for high-protein vegan and vegetarian meals? Prioritizing protein is key to feeling satiated and building muscle on a plant-based diet. Here is a selection of easy protein-packed, plant-based recipes for dinner, meal-prep, lunch or breakfast!

High Protein Meatless Meals

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  • Author: Sylvia Fountaine | Feasting at Home
  • Prep Time: 2
  • Cook Time: 8
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: vegan, tofu, protein
  • Method: sauteed
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Keep hunger at bay with these High-Protein Vegetarian Meals! Meal prep this recipe for Tofu Sofritas to add to bowls, tacos, burritos and more! Sofritas


Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Pat dry the tofu lightly with paper towels.
  2. Heat the oil in a large nonstick pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  3. Break the tofu apart into the pan with your fingers, then break it into small pea-sized crumbles with a spatula. Place in the hot skillet and season with the salt and pepper. Sear the tofu, letting it get some crispy bits, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in all the spices—smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, coriander, and oregano—mixing to coat well. If it seems dry, add a little more olive oil. Saute 2-3 more minutes. 
  5. Add the water and tomato paste, stirring well to combine. 
  6. Taste, and add a tiny little sprinkling of soy sauce, for added depth of flavor. Adjust salt and heat adding ground chipotle powder if you like.
  7. Serve warm in tacos or bowls, or add to burritos, salads, and nachos, etc.

Notes

Sofritas will keep up to 4 days in an airtight container up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat gently on the stovetop, or microwave. Sofritas can be frozen for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 ounces
  • Calories: 164
  • Sugar: 1.7 g
  • Sodium: 488.2 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5.1 g
  • Fiber: 2.1 g
  • Protein: 10.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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