Protein, protein, protein! You don’t need meat to get enough protein in your diet! We looked through the 200+ recipes the Food Monster App published in the month of May and picked out our favorite, high-protein options for you to try!

1. Black Bean and Basil Burger 

This Black Bean and Basil Burger is so flavorful and packed with protein! They’re also freezable, making these veggie burgers are the perfect go-to meal on the days that you don’t feel like cooking.

2. Tempeh Black Bean Burgers With Creamy Dill Sauce 

The tempeh in these Tempeh Black Bean Burgers With Creamy Dill Sauce adds so much meaty protein!  Pair with the homemade creamy dill sauce for the perfect flavor combo

3. Pongal: South Indian Rice and Lentil Porridge 

The star of this Pongal: South Indian Rice and Lentil Porridge is the meaty, lentil addition!  It’s soft, it’s flavorful, and it’s so filling!

4. Quick and Easy Spiced Chickpeas With Tomato

This Quick and Easy Spiced Chickpeas With Tomato is high in protein and well, quick and easy! Pair these smoky, hearty chickpeas with brown rice and roasted vegetables for a quick, easy, and budget-friendly meal.

5. Spicy Tofu Scramble and Avocado Breakfast Burrito

This Spicy Tofu Scramble and Avocado Breakfast Burrito is a perfect way to get some protein in at the very start of the day! It’s stuffed with scrambled tofu, made spicy from fresh jalapeño peppers, fresh greens, avocado, and a zingy hot sauce, makes this a satisfying and manageable breakfast or brunch.

6. Curried Vegetables With Tempeh Triangles 

This Curried Vegetables With Tempeh Triangles recipe is loaded with protein and flavor! This curried vegetable dish is loaded with plenty of healthy greens and carrots, plus crispy tempeh for protein.

7. Homemade Peanut Butter 

This Homemade Peanut Butter is creamy and delicious! Add a scoop of protein powder to the mix for even more protein! Spread it on toast, add some to oatmeal and smoothies, or just grab a spoonful right from the jar.

8. Cantaloupe Cashew Cream Mini Smoothies 

These Cantaloupe Cashew Cream Mini Smoothies are creamy, protein-rich, and delicious! Cantaloupe is the quintessential summer fruit with its sweet juice and delicate flavor.

9. Black and White Bean Chia Seed Veggie Burgers 

These Black and White Bean Chia Seed Veggie Burgers are perfection!  There are tons of veggie burger recipes out there, but none quite like this one. This black and white bean chia seed burger focuses on using whole plant foods to provide the perfect juicy, umami flavor.

10. Crispy Air Fryer Tofu 

This Crispy Air Fryer Tofu is as healthy as crispy tofu gets! This simple recipe for crispy tofu is a perfect introduction into the world of using an air fryer. It’s marinated in a cheesy, umami sauce, then sprinkled with brown rice flour and air fried until perfectly crispy.

11. Protein-Packed Curried Chickpea and Kale Veggie Burgers

These Protein-Packed Curried Chickpea and Kale Veggie Burgers are well, protein-packed! Sometimes, you just need a good burger and fries. Look no further than these protein-packed and flavorful curry, chickpea, kale burgers.

12. High-Protein Beet Biryani With Basmati Rice

Just look at how hearty this High-Protein Beet Biryani With Basmati Rice is! The dish contains chunks of textured vegetable protein on a bed of Basmati rice seasoned with red chili powder, turmeric, mint, and ginger-garlic paste.

13. Quick High-Protein Teriyaki, Tofu, and Cauliflower Rice Bowl

This Quick High-Protein Teriyaki, Tofu, and Cauliflower Rice Bowl is a dream come true!  Each piece of lightly crisp and tender tofu glazed with savory sauce is super satisfying. Feel free to toss in your favorite veggies, too!

14. High Protein Jalapeño Black Bean Burgers 

These High Protein Jalapeño Black Bean Burgers are a must-try for grilling season!  Each patty is packed with beans, onions, and garlic, plus spicy brown mustard, Sriracha, and jalapeños.

15. High-Protein Curry Chickpea Sandwich 

This High-Protein Curry Chickpea Sandwich would make the perfect lunch! Chickpeas are mashed to a chunky paste and mixed with a fragrant spice blend. Some crunchy raw vegetables give this sandwich an extra dimension.

Need more high-protein, vegan recipes? Check out 15 High-Protein Bean Recipes to Celebrate #NationalBeanDay! by downloading our Food Monster App, which is available for both Android and iPhone, and can also be found on Instagram and Facebook. The app has more than 10,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to new recipes every day. Check it out!

Lead image source: Quick High-Protein Teriyaki, Tofu, and Cauliflower Rice Bowl