My Top 5 High Protein Low Calorie Dishes

Eat more savory food and lose more weight? Say less — here is the top 5 list.

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1. BBQ Chicken Grilled Vegetables and Potatoes

Ingredients

• Chicken breast

  • Mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)

  • Potatoes, diced

  • BBQ sauce (choose a lower sugar or homemade version)

  • Olive oil

  • Garlic, herbs (like thyme or rosemary), salt, and pepper

Instructions:

1. Grill diced potatoes with olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper until tender.

2. Marinate chicken in olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.

3. Grill chicken until cooked, brushing with BBQ sauce.

4. Grill mixed vegetables until tender and lightly charred.

5. Serve chicken with grilled potatoes and vegetables.

Calories: Approximately 300-350 per serving, depending on portion size and ingredients used (I’d be full with two servings).

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2. Skyr Fruit Bowl with Dark Chocolate

Ingredients:

• Skyr (Icelandic yogurt, plain or flavored, depending on preference)

• Fresh fruits (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, bananas, kiwi, etc.)

• Dark chocolate, chopped or grated

• Honey or maple syrup (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions:

1. Spoon Skyr into a bowl.

2. Wash and prepare your choice of fresh fruits. Slice larger fruits like strawberries and bananas.

3. Arrange the fruits on top of the Skyr.

4. Sprinkle chopped or grated dark chocolate over the fruits and Skyr.

5. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup, if desired, for added sweetness.

6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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3. Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients:

• Canned tuna in water, drained

• Greek yogurt (or light mayo)

• Celery, red onion, dill pickles, finely chopped

• Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)

• Lettuce leaves (e.g., butter lettuce, romaine)

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Mix tuna, Greek yogurt (or mayo), celery, red onion, pickles, and corn.

2. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Spoon into lettuce leaves and wrap.

4. Serve immediately.

Calories: Approximately 150-200 per serving, depending on tuna and dressing amount.

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4. Egg White and Vegetable Omelette

Ingredients:

• Egg whites (or whole eggs)

• Mixed vegetables (spinach, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms)

• Olive oil or cooking spray

• Salt, pepper, herbs/spices

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil or cooking spray in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

2. Saute mixed vegetables until tender.

3. Pour beaten egg whites (or whole eggs) seasoned with salt, pepper, and herbs/spices into the skillet.

4. Cook until eggs are set and vegetables are evenly distributed.

5. Fold over and serve hot.

Calories: Approximately 150-200 per serving, depending on the amount of egg whites and vegetables used.

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5. Mediterranean Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cucumber, diced

• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced

• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley in a bowl.

2. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil.

3. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Toss gently to combine.

5. Serve immediately.

Calories: Approximately 250-300 per serving.

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