13 Recipes High In Protein, Low In Fat

By: Samantha Donohue, SparkPeople Blogger
1/15/2013 6:00 PM : 16 comments : 29,551 Views

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Are you tired of eating plain, boring chicken breast every night for dinner, or are you having a hard time eating enough protein to meet you daily needs? Studies suggest that eating protein helps you feel fuller for longer and keeps your body's systems function properly. At the same time, many high protein recipes are also loaded with saturated fat and cholesterol that work against your efforts to stay healthy. A health and balanced diet requires 10-35% protein. That's an average of 50-175 grams daily. To find the right balance of protein and fat follow these suggestions:

Grill, bake, poach or broil your food to limit fat.
Select nonfat or low fat dairy options.
Use egg whites in place of the whole egg.
Select lean meats and trim the fat and skin before cooking.

Prepare these high protein, low fat recipes to help you stay on track and satisfied.

Healthy Chicken Vegetable Casserole

Try this inexpensive and fresh version of a chicken casserole--no need for processed soups or sauces!

CALORIES: 320.6 | FAT: 8.9g | PROTEIN: 27.9g | CARBS: 36.1g | FIBER: 8.8g

Grilled BBQ Chicken Flatbreads

This recipe was created for kids, but adults will crave a slice, too. I like to add hot pepper rings for the grown-ups!

CALORIES: 223.9 | FAT: 3.9g | PROTEIN: 26.2g | CARBS: 21.4g | FIBER: 2.9g

Cottage Cheese, Spinach, and Tomato Omelet

Great option to prepare ahead and enjoy for dinner or breakfast.

CALORIES: 345.6 | FAT: 2.2 g | PROTEIN: 59.2 g | CARBS: 13.9 g | FIBER: 2.5 g

Chicken & Rice with White Beans Soup

This soup is packed with nutrition and is simple to prepare.

CALORIES: 105.1 | FAT: 0.7 g | PROTEIN: 80.2 g | CARBS: 31.7 g | FIBER: 3.2 g

Authentic Fresh Mexican Tuna Salad

This is essentially pico de gallo mixed with tuna.

CALORIES: 308.8 | FAT: 2.5 g | PROTEIN: 53.7 g | CARBS: 18.5 g | FIBER: 4.3 g

Mediterranean Baked Fish

This dish is baked and flavored with a Mediterranean-style tomato, onion, and garlic sauce to make it lower in fat and salt.

CALORIES: 225.5 | FAT: 4.4g | PROTEIN: 29.4g | CARBS: 17.3g | FIBER: 2.5g

Moroccan Chicken & Lentils

Quick, tasty crock pot recipe ready for something with the seasoning to match a take-out craving, but with none of the effort or fat!

CALORIES: 355 | FAT: 2.6g | PROTEIN: 49.4g | CARBS: 32.9g | FIBER: 16.1g

Buttermilk Marinated Chicken Breasts

CALORIES: 282.8 | FAT: 3.2 g | PROTEIN: 55.6 g | CARBS: 3.9 g | FIBER: 0.1 g

Tuna and White Bean Salad

A refreshing alternative to tuna salad. Pair with tomatoes and cucumber for a light lunch.

CALORIES: 219.1 | FAT: 4.1 g | PROTEIN: 27.6 g | CARBS: 20.4 g | FIBER: 6.1 g

Turkey Meatloaf

This is a fast, easy, and flavorful rendition of a favored food - meat loaf. Serve with a side of steamed broccoli, green beans or mixed veggies.

CALORIES: 220.6 | FAT: 2.7 g | PROTEIN: 28.5 g | CARBS: 13.3 g | FIBER: 0.4 g

20 Minute Chicken Creole

This quick Southern dish contains no added fat and very little added salt in its spicy tomato sauce.

CALORIES: 255.4 | FAT: 4.5 g | PROTEIN: 33.3 g | CARBS: 20.7 g | FIBER: 4.3 g

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LILYBELLE12

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I am saving this, my daily tracker always seems to fall short on protein. I think I am a "passive vegetarian"! I am not a huge lover of meat, and this gives me great alternatives I do like but had not thought of before!!!! - 1/24/2013 6:56:14 PM
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KAYYAK1

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I definitely will try some of the recipes. BUT how on earth can the Chicken & Rice with White Beans Soup be only 105 calories per serving. It just does not seem right at all.
The chicken rice casserole and the omelet look like they will be first to make for me. - 1/18/2013 12:23:53 PM
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WUNMURRA

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Some interesting suggestions - thank you - 1/17/2013 3:58:49 PM
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YANKEEGIRL6

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The soup looks good, but it is mathematically impossible for a bowl of soup with 105 calories to have 80 grams of protein and 30 grams of carbs. - 1/17/2013 9:09:29 AM
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MTNGRL85

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Yum! Great ideas thanks! - 1/17/2013 8:40:59 AM
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LARAEJEN

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More vegan please! - 1/16/2013 10:35:44 PM
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TUDI4480

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I'm looking forward to trying the Cottage Cheese, Spinach, and Tomato Omelet. I do need to get more protein everyday. - 1/16/2013 10:17:08 PM
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HISPEQUE

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My own recipe: 1.four to six egg whites, 2.combination of vegetables-onion, tomato, red, yellow, green bell papers, french beans, spinach, carrots and any other vegetables of one's choice. 3.Cook vegetables in microwave pan with water for 8 to 10 minutes.4.Prepare seasoning with 2 tea spoons of veg oil, heat the oil on gas, when starts boiling add mustered seed, ajwain, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, cuts of green chilli as per taste. pour seaoning on boiled vegetables, add salt to taste. 5. Beat egg whites and pour it over cooked vegetables. 6.Put pan in microwave for 2-3 minutes. Your breakfast, lunch or dinner is ready. Eat this combination. Eat fruits. I have been eating this recipe for more than six months and it has helped me lose 5 kilo's (11 pounds), keep diabetes under control at my age of 76 - 1/16/2013 8:55:11 PM
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LMCBUD

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Nice recipes but I wish they would do more protein packed vegan recipes. - 1/16/2013 4:33:17 PM
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JOL2367

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UGH. chicken, chicken,chicken..... - 1/16/2013 11:57:01 AM
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PLITIN

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great ideas, thanks! just what I needed.. I am a carb-eater... I always struggle with my proteins! - 1/16/2013 2:42:27 AM
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KEEPFIT2013

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Thanks for the great ideas! I struggle with protein sometimes and finding the right combo of protein to fat is challenging sometimes. - 1/16/2013 12:01:32 AM
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CIERAPOET

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I Needed This List Of Recipes! I've Been Falling Short On Protein. I Like Eating Pollock Fish Filets Just Baked In The Oven With Bell Peppers And Red Pepper, Garlic, Onion And Basil Spices. Now I'm Going To Turn All That Around! That Grilled BBQ Chicken Flatbread Looks Really Tasty! Thank You! :))) - 1/15/2013 10:24:34 PM
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BABIESTEPS

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Me too! They all look and sound so yummy! I can't wait to try the Moroccan Chicken and Lentils! - 1/15/2013 9:40:50 PM
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CHYNNA81

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I plan on trying these recipes. Thanks for the new ideas. - 1/15/2013 9:25:49 PM
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JOYOUS1917

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great ways to change up plain old protein! - 1/15/2013 7:16:26 PM
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