You’re working out. You’re eating clean. But are you fueling your body with one of the most important components of healthy eating? Protein helps to build and maintain muscle, which boosts metabolism. Plus, it keeps your blood sugar and energy levels stable throughout the day, allowing you to workout without burning out. These protein-packed recipes are must-try dishes for anyone looking to lose weight and feel fantastic.

1. Peanut Butter and Fresh Raspberries Toast

Whether for breakfast or a pre- or post- workout snack, this toast gives you a nice burst of protein to keep your energy level stable all day long.

2. Teriyaki Chicken Salad Recipe

Why have a boring salad with plain chicken when this teriyaki marinade imparts so much flavor and zest?

3. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

There’s no reason to buy store bought hummus with additives when this roasted red pepper hummus couldn’t be easier to prepare at home.

4. Skinny Quinoa Stir Fry

Quinoa is one of the only grain-like foods that is a complete protein, making it a better choice than rice to get your protein needs filled.

5. Lean, Green Protein Smoothie Bowl

This smoothie as a soup will fill you up and satisfy. Great way to get your greens, too!

6. Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Tomatoes, and Onion Salad

This lettuce-free salad makes the ideal lunch or dinner side.

7. Chickpea and Tomato Flautas

These baked flautas satisfy that craving for crunch!

8. Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja

Infused with the most flavorful Cuban spices, crockpot chicken never tasted so good!

9. Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Poached Eggs, and Avocado

A full and hearty breakfast or brunch, this meal is full of the nutrients your body needs to lose weight in a healthy way.

10. Lemony Chicken Marsala

Sauce for chicken marsala can be made with heaps of butter, but we don’t do that here. The result? This one is equally delicious, if not better!

11. Shrimp Tacos with Sweet and Tangy Slaw

The slaw topping adds just the right amount of crunch to these mouthwatering tacos.

12. Spicy Asian Chicken Meatballs Recipe

Served as an entree or as cocktail meatballs, these are sure to be a hit.

13. Protein-Packed Black Bean and Lentil Soup

We tried to stuff as much protein rich legumes as we could into a single serving of this weight loss high-protein soup.

14. Asian Style Beef  & Broccoli

Stir fries are one of the best dishes to make when you’re trying to eat healthier and lose some weight. They’re easy to put together, cook in a flash, and can contain lean meat and veggies. This stir fry is no exception!

15. One-Pot Black Pepper Chicken

Readers are raving about this recipe. This is a definite must-try for this year if you haven’t already!