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13 protein-packed recipes for healthy Meat Free Mondays

Equip yourself with protein-rich recipes to compliment your Meat Free Monday and beyond!

Posted : 5 April 2022

Protein supports the body, helps promote growth and development and is an important part of a healthy diet. And one of the most common questions people get asked when reducing their meat intake or going veggie is “Where do you get your protein?”.

If you’ve been eating plant based for a long time, you will know that there are a whole host of different foods that are high in protein and totally vegan. Even if you’re completely new to meat free, we’re pretty sure that you’ve been getting protein from plants for a while now.

Whatever your situation, why not cook up some delicious dishes using different plant proteins? Including beans, lentils, quinoa, tofu and nuts, here are 13 protein-packed recipes to help you get creative in the kitchen and answer that infamous question!

CANNELLINI BEANS

by Thyme to Feel Alive

Delicious sweet potatoes, loaded with kale, a garlic bean dip and pickled red onion!

CHICKPEAS

by COOK

Bursting with flavour and vegetable goodness, this delicious curry is a great introduction to cooking Indian food at home.

EDAMAME

by Meat Free Monday

All the greens are out in this fresh and tasty Spring Greens Risotto!

KIDNEY BEANS

by Mary McCartney

Made using beans and lentils as the protein, infused with herbs and a little chilli heat, in a smooth gravy sauce, topped with fluffy sea salt and olive oil mashed potatoes.

LENTILS

by Annabel Karmel

If you’re craving a meat free meal that is comforting and hearty, then look no further than this Tasty Lentil Bolognese.

NUT BUTTER

by Naturally Sassy

Deeply delicious and decadent, these brownies are full of health-promoting ingredients, so you can have all the pleasure without any of the guilt!

NUTS AND SEEDS

by So Vegan

Crispy on the outside and chewy in the middle, these flapjacks are wholesome, sweet and healthy – and better still, each bar has over 8 g of protein!

PEAS

by PROPER

A PROPER twist on the classic Italian pesto.

PLANT MILK AND BROCCOLI

by Alpro

They say the secret’s in the sauce – and this one is deliciously creamy!

QUINOA

by Corky, Lori Dana and Tracy Pollan

Featuring quinoa and beans for both flavour and protein, these veggie burgers are supremely satisfying.

SEAWEED

by Rose Glover Nutrition

One of the most nutrient-dense foods on earth, the seaweed is an integral part of this delicious fish-free paella.

SPINACH AND NUTRITIONAL YEAST

by Camilla Fayed

A hearty casserole with deep flavours, ideal for any season.

TOFU

by Anna Jones

A clean-eating, tasty but hearty bowl of colours and flavours, which can be ready in under 20 minutes.
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