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Quick and easy low carb high protein meals for healthy eating

12 Quick and Easy Low Carb High Protein Meals


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  • Author: recipesforcook
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Low Carb, High Protein

Description

Discover a variety of low carb, high protein meals that are quick to prepare, delicious, and perfect for healthy eating.


Ingredients

  • Grilled Chicken Salad: Chicken breast, Mixed greens, Cherry tomatoes, Olive oil, Lemon juice
  • Egg Muffins: Eggs, Spinach, Cheese, Bell peppers
  • Zucchini Noodles with Pesto: Zucchini, Pesto sauce, Grilled shrimp
  • Turkey Lettuce Wraps: Ground turkey, Lettuce leaves, Avocado, Salsa
  • Baked Salmon with Asparagus: Salmon fillet, Asparagus, Garlic, Olive oil
  • Cauliflower Fried Rice: Cauliflower, Peas, Carrots, Eggs
  • Beef Stir-Fry: Beef strips, Broccoli, Soy sauce
  • Greek Yogurt Parfait: Greek yogurt, Berries, Nuts
  • Cheese and Veggie Omelet: Eggs, Cheese, Mixed vegetables
  • Shrimp Avocado Salad: Shrimp, Avocado, Red onion, Lime juice
  • Chicken and Broccoli Casserole: Chicken, Broccoli, Cream cheese
  • Tuna Salad Stuffed Peppers: Canned tuna, Bell peppers, Mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Grilled Chicken Salad: Grill chicken, slice it, and serve it on a bed of mixed greens with chopped tomatoes. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice on top.
  2. Egg Muffins: Whisk eggs, add spinach, cheese, and bell peppers. Pour into muffin tins and bake until set.
  3. Zucchini Noodles with Pesto: Spiralize zucchini, sauté lightly, and mix with pesto sauce and grilled shrimp.
  4. Turkey Lettuce Wraps: Cook ground turkey, season it, and scoop into lettuce leaves. Top with avocado and salsa.
  5. Baked Salmon with Asparagus: Place salmon and asparagus on a baking tray, drizzle with garlic and olive oil, then bake until cooked.
  6. Cauliflower Fried Rice: Rice cauliflower and stir-fry with peas, carrots, and beaten eggs until cooked.
  7. Beef Stir-Fry: Stir-fry beef with broccoli and soy sauce in a hot pan until the beef is cooked through.
  8. Greek Yogurt Parfait: Layer Greek yogurt with berries and nuts in a bowl or glass.
  9. Cheese and Veggie Omelet: Beat eggs, pour into a pan, add cheese and veggies, and cook until set.
  10. Shrimp Avocado Salad: Toss shrimp with diced avocado, red onion, and lime juice in a bowl.
  11. Chicken and Broccoli Casserole: Mix cooked chicken with broccoli and cream cheese, bake until hot.
  12. Tuna Salad Stuffed Peppers: Combine tuna with mayonnaise and stuff it into halved bell peppers.

Notes

These meals can be served warm or cold. Fresh ingredients enhance the taste, so garnish with herbs or extra toppings as needed.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, Grilling, Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meal
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg