Enter your email & we’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from us every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Hurry the Food Up. This compilation contains mouthwatering salads, soups, curries, pasta and cool vegan meat substitutes to make the juiciest and veggiest dinner ever. Getting enough protein on a vegan diet can be a little intimidating. So this list of easy high protein dinner ideas is set on helping you with that (and if you’re not strictly vegan, our vegetarian high protein dinner ideas can help you out even more!). All these recipes are meat-free protein-rich options that not only taste heavenly but look divine! Don’t be afraid of seeing the words like chicken, beef, burger, ribs or wings in the recipes – they’re all just vegan alternatives of popular meat dishes. Even non-vegans will be impressed with the taste and won’t miss meat at all!
Best vegan high protein dinner recipes
If you want to make your vegan high protein meal prep cooler than ever before, this compilation has great recipes all with more than 20g protein per serving. Of course, we’ve considered fat content as well to provide the healthiest options. All these vegan high protein dinner recipes contain no more than 25g overall fat with less than 10g saturated fat. Protein is super important for weight loss because it reduces hunger and boosts metabolism. Every meal should contain at least 15g-20g protein to keep our muscle mass and strength. Check out these compilations of 22 high protein vegan breakfasts and 42 mouthwatering high-protein vegan meals for more high protein plant-based meals.
Cool high protein meat alternatives
A vegan diet offers both health and environmental benefits. Eating less meat or completely replacing it with plant-based alternatives is potentially better for you and the world generally. Finding great vegan high protein foods is no longer challenging. However, you may be wondering how to pick the right option for your dietary needs. Here are some cool vegan high protein foods that make a great meat replacement:
Tofu – a low calorie source of protein available in many variations. Tofu has between 4.8g (soft) to 17.3g protein (firm) per 100g serving and contains all nine essential amino acids. Tempeh – contains 20.3g of protein per 100g serving. It’s made from fermented soy and so can be great for your digestive system. Seitan – usually has between 15-25g of protein per 100g. Since it’s made from wheat gluten, you should avoid it on a gluten-free diet. Beans and legumes – one of the best and cheapest protein sources. Check out these legumes recipes and see how versatile are. Meat substitutes market products – offer a variety of convenient options, though you should always read labels to make sure that what you buy is strictly vegan.
Bonus: packed with protein, fibre and unsaturated fats512 calories per serving21 g protein per serving A dump and bake dish that will please everyone, this bean and pasta vegetarian casserole makes a perfect healthy dinner. Bonus: healthy, meat and dairy-free582 calories per serving27 g protein per serving Love a good bolognese but trying to eat less meat? Try our healthy, plant-based lentil bolognese – you’ll never look back! Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: TwoCityVegansBonus: easy, gluten-free409 calories per serving20 g protein per serving This Tuscan White Bean Skillet with Kale is a quick & easy 30-minute vegan dinner (and you can find more easy plant-based dinner recipes this way)! It’s packed with flavor and nutrients, but so simple to make. Ready in: 50 minutesRecipe by: MyPlantifulCookingBonus: fuss-free, savory260 calories per serving26 g protein per serving Incredibly juicy, sticky and succulent, these amazing vegan BBQ seitan ribs will please even non-vegans! They are easy to make, fuss-free and ready in no time. Plus, it is incredibly high in protein, filling and satisfying. Bonus: filling, flavourful615 calories per serving30 g protein per serving Vegan stuffed peppers packed with quinoa – and loads of flavour. Full of protein and with clear instructions in easy steps. Ready in: 15 minutesRecipe by: MyPlantifulCookingBonus: super quick, delicious250 calories per serving31 g protein per serving Featuring crispy pan-fried seitan chunks cooked in a rich teriyaki sauce, this vegan teriyaki chicken is better than takeout! Quick to make and ready in 15 minutes, teriyaki seitan makes a great weeknight dinner. Ready in: 1 hour 10 minutesRecipe by: MyPlantifulCookingBonus: wholesome, failproof159 calories per serving27 g protein per serving This juicy and tender vegan seitan roast beef will please even meat-eaters! High in protein, filling and hearty, it is the perfect meatless main dish for festive dinners (it would fit right in on our Vegan Thanksgiving Menu!). Bonus: super healthy and interesting569 calories per serving27 g protein per serving Vegan Bolognese. It was about time we veganized the Italian classic. And we’re proud to say we were successful. Please welcome, the amazing Anti Bolognese! Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: LittleSunnyKitchenBonus: easy, great for meal prep422 calories per serving25 g protein per serving This vegan shepherd’s pie is packed with plant-based protein and incredible flavors! It’s so easy to make, and ready in under an hour. Bonus: quick, tasty and packed with protein551 calories per serving34 g protein per serving Fitness Lentil Bean Salad. Ridiculously high in protein post-workout salad. 40g per bowl. Ready in 7 minutes. Tasty and effective. Ready in: 40 minutesRecipe by: DailyDishBonus: fresh, gluten-free552 calories per serving23 g protein per serving Tangy and sweet, this vegan orange tofu is the vegan answer to orange chicken. Thanks to fresh orange juice and sesame oil, this recipe is fresh and zesty with an earthy undertone. Ready in: 25 minutesRecipe by: SplashOfTasteBonus: smoky, very filling173 calories per serving27 g protein per serving If you’re looking for an easy vegan burger recipe, then this is for you (and we’ve got more vegan burger recipes right here!)! Our seitan burger is so good, it’s smoky, it’s meaty and it’s very filling! Bonus: versatile, incredibly tasty368 calories per serving22 g protein per serving This tangy tempeh salad is just the best – quick, tasty and packed with protein (also a great vegan high protein lunch recipe). And better yet – use whatever you have in the fridge! Ready in: 55 minutesRecipe by: MyQuietKitchenBonus: saucy, tender254 calories per serving29 g protein per serving These vegan wings are saucy, tender, and “epically delicious” in the words of one taste-tester. This recipe is the perfect balance of simple and delicious – no batter or breading to fuss with and no frying – just amazing seitan wings paired with a classic vegan buffalo sauce! Ready in: 34 minutesRecipe by: SplashOfTasteBonus: crunchy, delicious336 calories per serving28 g protein per serving Crunchy, herby and mouth-wateringly delicious, our vegan chicken burger is an easy recipe you need to make! Made in under an hour, our vegan chicken patties freeze for up to 3 months, so batch make them and have them on hand whenever you want to eat one. Ready in: 2 hour 30 minutes (just 30 minutes prep)Recipe by: GreedyGourmetBonus: available ingredients, minimal prep time546 calories per serving24.3 g protein per serving This Burnt Aubergine Chilli is vegan, healthy and easy to prepare – a perfect treat to warm your taste buds. Serve with rice and avo. Ready in: 1 hour 10 minutes (just 5 minutes prep)Recipe by: DailyDishBonus: filling, family friendly438 calories per serving21 g protein per serving This baked sesame and ginger tofu recipe is so tasty and simple to make (a perfect meatless monday meal). Crispy baked tofu is coated in a nutty, zesty sauce. Serve over rice or quinoa and sprinkle with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: Cadry’sKitchenBonus: satiating and cozy363 calories per serving21 g protein per serving This spicy soup is full of all the good stuff – corn, black beans, chewy seitan, and a flavorful tomato broth. Load it up with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, and crisp tortilla strips for a full meal in a bowl. Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: VeggieInspiredBonus: meatless, plant protein packed299 calories per serving29 g protein per serving Crispy Vegan Chicken Cutlets that taste just like the real thing! Pair them with a carb and a veggie for a hearty “meat and potatoes” type dinner. Easy to make and can easily be gluten free! Ready in: 20 minutesRecipe by: OurPlant-BasedWorldBonus: super flavorful, nutritious404 calories per serving20 g protein per serving This Creamy Red Lentil Curry is one of my favorite dishes because it’s super flavorful, nutritious, protein-packed, and you can make it in a blink of an eye. Ready in: 9 minutesRecipe by: Cadry’sKitchenBonus: versatile, delicious443 calories per serving22 g protein per serving Upgrade instant noodles with this easy vegan ramen noodles recipe. The broth is beautifully creamy thanks to the addition of tahini. Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: TheRealMealDealBonus: filling, healthy377 calories per serving24 g protein per serving This mushroom and lentil ragu is a delicious, cheap vegan alternative to a traditional bolognese, packed full of protein. Bonus: simple, classic, healthy529 calories per serving22 g protein per serving High protein, iron and fibre in exotic Arugula and Lentil Salad that’s healthy and vegan. Only 12 minutes to make with easy to find ingredients. You can give it a go right now! 🙂 Hope these vegan high protein dinner recipes add more variety and colour to your meals. Don’t forget that your feedback is always much appreciated 😉
