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<p><strong>Have a scroll through our best <a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-vegetarian-recipes">high-protein vegetarian recipes</a>, filling <a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-bowl-recipes">high-protein bowl recipes</a> and <a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-breakfast-recipes">high-protein breakfasts</a> for pre or post-workout. </strong></p>
<h2>What is protein and how much should you eat?</h2>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/best-sources-protein" target="_blank" rel="noopener">10 high-protein foods</a></h3>
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<p>How much protein should you eat, and what are the best dietary sources of protein? Follow our nutritionist’s guide to discover how to get all the protein you need.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/is-protein-powder-good-for-you" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Is protein powder good for you?</a></h3>
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<p>Ever wondered if protein shakes are actually a healthy choice, which type of protein powder is best or if protein makes you gain weight? Our nutritionist answers all your questions in this in-depth guide.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/spotlight-high-protein-diets">What are high-protein diets?</a></h3>
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<p>Want to know why those looking to lose weight often adopt high-protein diet? Here, we tell everything you need to know about this popular approach.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/how-much-protein-do-i-need">How much protein do I need?</a></h3>
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<p>Protein is an essential nutrient, but how do we know when we’re eating enough? Registered nutritionist, Kerry Torrens explains how much we need and why it’s so important for our health.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/how-much-protein-to-build-muscle">How much protein to build muscle?</a></h3>
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<p>Looking to build muscle mass and preserve your strength for the future? Registered nutritionist, Kerry Torrens examines the amount of protein we need to stay healthy and get stronger.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/protein-and-carbs-get-balance-right">Protein and carbs – have I got the balance right?</a></h3>
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<p>While many believe high-protein, low-carb diets aid weight loss, is it as simple as that, or are there other issues to consider before cutting the carbs? Nutritionist Kerry Torrens takes a look at the latest evidence.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/best-sources-protein-vegetarians">The best vegetarian protein sources</a></h3>
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<p>What vegetarian foods are high in protein? We examine the best sources of protein for vegetarians including protein-packed fruit, veg, eggs and pulses.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/best-sources-protein-vegans">The 10 best vegan protein sources</a></h3>
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<p>Discover the best plant-based sources of protein to boost your intake as a vegan, including pulses, tofu, quinoa, nuts and seeds, grains and vegetables.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/20-high-protein-vegetarian-foods" target="_blank" rel="noopener">20 high-protein vegetarian foods</a></h3>
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<p>Whether you follow a plant-based diet or eat meat-free a few days a week, it’s important to know which vegetarian foods will provide the protein you need. Foods like tempeh, used here to make a <a href="/recipes/tempeh-traybake" target="_blank" rel="noopener">colourful traybake</a>, are important sources to include as part of any veggie diet.</p>
<h2>Protein reviews</h2>
<h3><a href="/review/best-vegan-protein-bars">The best vegan protein bars</a></h3>
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<p>We tested popular protein-packed snacks to find the best on the market. Read on to discover how to use protein supplements safely and when to seek advice. And, if you follow a plant-based diet, read our review of the <a href="/review/best-vegan-protein-bars">best vegan protein bars</a>.</p>
<h3><a href="/review/best-vegan-protein-powders">The best vegan protein powders tried and tested</a></h3>
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<p>We put plant-based protein powders to the test to find the best vegan products to buy. Discover our top vegan <a href="/review/best-vegan-protein-powders">protein powder picks</a>.</p>
<h2>High-protein recipes</h2>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-breakfast-recipes">High-protein breakfast recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Try our healthy, protein-packed breakfast ideas for a nutritious start to your day, from <a href="/recipes/easy-protein-pancakes">easy protein pancakes</a> with nut butter to <a href="/recipes/basil-scramble-wilted-spinach-seared-tomatoes">healthy scrambled eggs</a> and <a href="/recipes/healthy-chocolate-milk">homemade protein shakes</a>.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-dinner-recipes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">High-protein dinner recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Discover our protein-packed dinner ideas, including chicken, beef, pork and fish dishes as well as vegetarian recipes using tofu, eggs and lentils. This <a href="/recipes/veggie-protein-chilli" target="_blank" rel="noopener">vegan chilli</a> is the perfect meal for after a workout, and it’s freezable if you want to batch cook.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/10-ways-to-add-protein-to-your-smoothie" target="_blank" rel="noopener">10 ways to add protein to your smoothie</a></h3>
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<p>If you want to up the protein in your smoothie but you’re not a fan of protein powder, check out these clever and tasty additions.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-bowl-recipes">High-protein bowl recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Ramp up your protein intake with our nutritious, filling bowl recipes. Try <a href="/recipes/steak-burrito-bowl">steak burrito bowls</a>, <a href="/recipes/jerk-chicken-mango-bowl">jerk chicken & mango bowl</a>, <a href="/recipes/steamed-salmon-veg-rice-bowl">steamed salmon & veg rice bowl</a>, and more.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-vegetarian-recipes">High-protein vegetarian recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Looking for high-protein vegetarian meals? In these meat-free recipes, at least 20 per cent of the calories come from protein. Tuck into our delicious <a href="/recipes/vegetarian-ramen">vegetarian ramen</a>, <a href="/recipes/akoori-indian-scrambled-eggs">Indian-spiced scrambled eggs</a>, <a href="/recipes/black-bean-chilli">black bean chilli</a> and more.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-vegan-recipes">High-protein vegan recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Discover delicious vegan recipes where at least 20 per cent of the calories comes from protein, to keep you feeling fuller for longer. Tuck into our <a href="/recipes/curried-tofu-wraps">spicy curried tofu wraps</a>, <a href="/recipes/miso-ramen">vegan miso ramen</a> and <a href="/recipes/vegan-lasagne">vegan lasagne</a>.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-family-recipes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">High-protein family recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Our high-protein family recipes help your family get all the protein they need and stay fuller for longer. From batches of <a href="/recipes/lentil-ragu" target="_blank" rel="noopener">lentil bolognese</a> to colourful fajitas.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/slow-cooker-meatballs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">High-protein pasta recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Try our pasta recipes – from classics like bolognese to gluten-free bakes – for comforting and nutritious dinner options. These <a href="/recipes/slow-cooker-meatballs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">slow cooker meatballs</a> would be a great dinner for re-fuelling after a workout.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-lunch-recipes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">High-protein lunch recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Try our healthy, protein-packed lunch ideas from soups and salads to burgers and omelettes, including chicken, fish, meat and vegetarian options. This easy <a href="/recipes/fresh-salmon-nicoise" target="_blank" rel="noopener">salmon niçoise</a> is guaranteed to be a new favourite.</p>
<h3><a href="/recipes/collection/high-protein-snack-recipes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">High-protein snack recipes</a></h3>
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<p>Give yourself an extra boost with our easy, protein-packed snacks, like these <a href="/recipes/nutty-chicken-sate-strips" target="_blank" rel="noopener">nutty chicken satay strips</a>. Perfect to keep you satisfied between meals or as a post-workout bite.</p>
<h3><a href="/budget/cheap-high-protein-meals" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cheap high-protein meals</a></h3>
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<p>These simple dinners are high in protein but don’t cost the earth – perfect for achieving your health goals on a budget. Nothing says budget-friendly like our <a href="/recipes/vegan-chickpea-curry-jacket-potato" target="_blank" rel="noopener">vegan curried chickpeas & jacket potatoes</a>.</p>
<h3><a href="/howto/guide/high-protein-low-carb-recipes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">12 high-protein low-carb meals</a></h3>
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<p>Whether you’re following the keto diet or looking to eat more high-protein, low-carb foods, we’ve picked recipes to keep you feeling full and energised. First try this easy <a href="/recipes/salmon-leek-parcel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">baked salmon & leek salmon parcel</a>.</p>
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