This high-protein ground beef recipes are easy and delicious meals that are low in carbs, packed with nutrients, and perfect for quick lunches or dinners.
Lean beef is a great source of protein and makes delicious, easy and healthy meals.
Eating high-protein meals helps you stay you full, maintain and build muscle, and support overall health. Lean beef also provides important nutrients like iron and B vitamins.
Plus, there are so many ways to prepare it, whether you want something spicy and bold or hearty and comforting. And since it cooks fast, it’s ideal for quick and easy weeknight dinners.
Whether for lunch or dinner, these high-protein ground beef meals are filling, low in carbs, and simple to make. Some favorites include meatloaf, taco skillet, and chili — all delicious and comforting!
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What is High Protein?
Definitions vary, but generally, high-protein foods provide 20% to 40% of their calories from protein. For example, Wikipedia defines a high-protein meal or diet as one with over 20% of calories from protein, while Diet Doctor sets a range of 25% to 35%.
High Protein Ground Beef Recipes
High Protein Spaghetti Bolognese
This hearty, high-protein spaghetti bolognese has the tastiest sauce, made from ground beef, marinara sauce, cottage cheese and parmesan!
High Protein Beef Taco Skillet
This high-protein beef taco skillet is a cheesy, spicy and satisfying one-pan meal that comes together in just 20 minutes for a quick dinner!
Quick & Easy Keto Chili
This quick and easy keto chili is rich and flavorful and only takes 35 minutes to make! Plus, it’s just 8 ingredients and 3.8 net carbs!
Zucchini Lasagna Rolls with Cottage Cheese (High Protein)
No need to miss lasagna with these high protein, low-carb zucchini lasagna rolls, made with lean beef, cottage cheese, sauce and parmesan!
Low-Carb, Keto Classic Meatloaf Recipe (Easy, One-Bowl!)
Our low-carb and high-in-protein old-fashioned meatloaf recipe is deliciously flavorful, tender and juicy, and so easy to make!
Easy Beef Taco Salad (Low Carb, High Protein)
We love this low-carb, high-protein beef taco salad for its flavorful Tex-Mex ground beef and easy preparation and customization.
Grilled Chipotle Mexiburgers
Spicy chipotle burgers served on a bed of iceberg lettuce and topped with melted cheddar cheese, avocado slices and salsa? YES, PLEASE!
