High-Protein Plant-Based Dinner Recipes

Looking for some dinner inspiration this week? If you’re looking for high-protein meals to support your health and longevity, I’ve got you 😍. These five recipes are some of my favorites for tasty dinners that make us feel amazing. They also make great leftovers for lunch, so it’s a total win-win.

I know it can feel overwhelming to eat well these days. There are so many messages out there! You should eat 5 (or is it 7?) servings of fruit and veg a day, get 30 different plants per week for gut health, boost protein for satiety, muscle growth, and longevity, avoid saturated fats, aim for 30 g of fiber a day, and also stay mindful of your micronutrients. Honestly, when you list it all out like that, it sounds exhausting!

That’s why I love plant protein, it ticks so many of these boxes in one go. Beans, for example, are an amazing source of protein and fiber, plus they’re rich in micronutrients like iron, calcium, and zinc to keep your body functioning at its best. And of course, they count toward your 30 plants a week for gut health. How good is that?

And if all of this still feels a little confusing, don’t worry. Just pick one of the recipes below and begin there. We’ve already done the homework to make sure they have everything you need to thrive and feel your best. Even adding just one of these to your weekly routine is a powerful step toward better health.

So, which one are you making first?

1. Crispy Potato Salad with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Crispy smashed potato salad with spicy peanut sauce, edamame, and fresh herbs. High protein, high fiber, gluten free, with tips for resistant starch. A true gateway salad that feels hearty and super satisfying.

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2. Roasted Cauliflower Bowl with Tzatziki & Crispy Lentils

This high-protein, high-iron bowl is packed with roasted cauliflower, crispy lentils, and a creamy dairy-free tzatziki for a delicious and nutrient-rich meal.

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3. High-Protein Shepherd’s Pie

Cozy and packed with plant-based protein, this nourishing shepherd's pie swaps mashed potato for creamy squash and cauliflower.

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4. High Protein Creamy Miso Butter Beans with Kale

A creamy, high-protein dish with butter beans, mushrooms, kale, and a miso-cashew sauce. Perfect for a quick and delicious plant-based meal.

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5. One-Pot Creamy Pesto Orzo

A quick and easy one-pot creamy pesto orzo packed with vegetables and protein, perfect for a nourishing weeknight dinner.

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6. High-Protein Tandoori Cauliflower Bowl

This high-protein tandoori cauliflower bowl features spicy roasted vegetables and chickpeas on creamy whipped tofu dressing. Easy, nourishing, and delicious!

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7. Easy High-Protein Peanut Gochujang Noodles

A delicious plant-based udon noodle dish with peanut sauce, edamame, broccoli, and a spicy kick from gochujang. Perfect for a quick and nourishing meal.

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8. High Protein Vegan Lasagna (Meal Prep)

A simplified, high-protein version of lasagna, perfect for weekday lunch. It features a hearty TVP Bolognese, basil cream, and liquid mozzarella.

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9. High-Protein Beetroot Medi Bowl

A nourishing beetroot bowl with potatoes, cauliflower, and chickpeas, packed with protein and rich in iron, magnesium, and vitamins. Perfect for a satisfying plant-based meal.

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10. High-Protein Vegan ‘Marry Me Pasta’ (Meal-Prep)

A flavorful and protein-packed pasta dish featuring lentil pasta, creamy cashew sauce, butter beans, vegetables, and spices. This recipe is satisfying, easy to make, and perfect for a delicious and nutritious meal.

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