It’s no surprise that protein is always in the spotlight. It keeps you full, satisfied, and provides lasting energy to power your day.
Whether you’re looking to boost your protein intake at dinner or sneak it into breakfast or dessert, these high-protein cookbooks are worth a spot on your kitchen shelf.
80 delicious recipes all under 500 calories
High protein recipes for every meal, with full nutritional information
From family favourites to fakeaways, breakfasts to sweet treats
The Good Bite Lite
Niall Kirkland, the food blogger behind the hugely popular Instagram account The Good Bite, brings his expertise to this cookbook packed with high-protein, low-calorie meals. Each recipe includes comprehensive nutritional information and food tracking barcodes to make it easy to stay on top of your personal health goals. We especially love the Comfort Dinners for Two chapter, perfect for cosy nights in, and Meal Prep & Make-Ahead Dinners for those busy weeks when cooking feels like a chore.
The Doctor’s Kitchen: Healthy High Protein
Wellness podcaster and NHS GP Rupy Aujla brings a collection of simple, flavourful recipes that highlight the protein we get from meat, dairy, and plant-based sources. Whether you’re looking to build muscle or stay fuller for longer stretches, this cookbook makes it easy to create balanced, satisfying meals to support your health goals.
One of our favourite plant-based dishes is the Crispy Chickpeas on Green Toast – and for meat lovers, the Tahini and Gochujang Noodle Broth with Turkey, which delivers an impressive 43.7 grams of protein per serving.
High Protein Meal Prep Manual
Niall’s debut cookbook is all about high-protein recipes that remove the stress from sorting dinner and ease the mental load of meal planning. We’re especially hooked on the PB & J Protein French Toast and the crispy yet fluffy Make-Ahead Breakfast Croissants.
Speedy High Protein
Nutrition coach Fraser Reynolds presents a collection of healthy, family-friendly and high-protein recipes that are not only tasty but quick to make, as they’re ready in 30 minutes or less. His dishes make great use of the air fryer and slow cooker, with standouts including the Slow Cooker Beef Stew and crowd-pleasing Sticky Chili Chicken Burgers.
Tasty High Protein
Fraser’s first cookbook is proof that healthy, protein-rich food can be full of flavour and far from bland or boring. Explore bold and satisfying recipes like Breakfast Pizza and Protein-Packed Steak Pie, which demonstrate how healthy eating can be just as indulgent and flavourful as it is nourishing.
One Pan Beans
Claire Thomson turns plant-based protein into the star of your meal with nourishing recipes featuring beans, peas, chickpeas, and lentils. Whether roasted, baked, fried, stewed, or used in salads, soups, dips, and snacks, One Pan Beans showcases their incredible versatility and potential. Some of our favourites include the fragrant Turkish Lentil Tomato Soup and the hearty Pasta e Fagioli.
The Protein Cookbook
Health and cookery writer Heather Thomas brings you a cookbook full of mouthwatering, protein-packed recipes inspired by flavours from around the world, with each dish featuring a protein breakdown to help you meet your nutrition goals. Along with the recipes, you’ll find nutritional tips for upping your protein intake throughout the day. And if you’re in the mood for a protein-packed dessert, be sure to try the Apricot Almond Crumble or the Choc Chip Protein Cookies.
