23 High-Protein Vegan Recipes for Athletes & Fitness Lovers

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Fuel your workouts and optimize recovery with these high-protein vegan recipes designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Whether you’re looking to build muscle, enhance endurance, or simply stay energized, these plant-based meals provide all the essential nutrients you need.

From hearty lentil dishes to protein-packed tofu bowls, these recipes will power your active lifestyle while keeping your meals delicious and nutritious.

Chickpea Falafel Burgers from Scratch (Vegan) – The Hangry Chickpea

Chickpea Falafel Burgers from Scratch (Vegan) - The Hangry ChickpeaPin

These thick chickpea falafel burgers are “beefy” enough to please even the most hardcore carnivore. AND they have waaaay more flavor…

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Best Spiced Lentils and Crispy Tofu with Brown Rice – When Salty and Sweet Unite

Best Spiced Lentils and Crispy Tofu with Brown Rice - When Salty and Sweet UnitePin

Best Spiced Lentils and Crispy Tofu with Brown Rice: Lentils, crispy tofu, and an array of aromatic spices. Your taste buds will thank you!

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Spicy Stir Fried Tofu with Bok Choy – The Forked Spoon

Spicy Stir Fried Tofu with Bok Choy - The Forked SpoonPin

This Spicy Stir Fried Tofu with Bok Choy is the perfect healthy and delicious meal the whole family will love!

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Vegan Tostadas with Refried Beans and Tofu Chorizo – Cinnamon Snail

Vegan Tostadas with Refried Beans and Tofu Chorizo - Cinnamon SnailPin

Enjoy plant-based tostadas with refried beans, plant-based chorizo, fresh cabbage slaw, and red chili sauce. A perfect quick meal, with tons of protein.

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Majik Blue Chia Seed Pudding (with Almond Milk) | Beet of the Wild

Majik Blue Chia Seed Pudding (with Almond Milk) | Beet of the WildPin

Enjoy the superfood benefits of chia seeds and blue spirulina with this delicious overnight Blue Chia Seed Pudding!

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High-Protein Low-Carb Lupini Bean Hummus – Nuts and Twigs

High-Protein Low-Carb Lupini Bean Hummus - Nuts and TwigsPin

If you’re seeking a higher protein hummus, give High-Protein Lupini Bean Hummus a whirl. It’s quick, easy, and delicious.

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The Best Vegan Chocolate Protein Waffles | Vegan Protein Waffles

The Best Vegan Chocolate Protein Waffles | Vegan Protein WafflesPin

These plant-based chocolate protein waffles are a decadent plant-based brunch, with added protein. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside with choc chips.

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Root Vegetable Lentil Stew – Plant-Based on a Budget

Root Vegetable Lentil Stew - Plant-Based on a BudgetPin

Root Vegetable and Lentil Stew combines root vegetables, lentils, and peas in a deliciously flavored, soul-warming tomato broth.

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Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats (No Sugar Added)

Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats (No Sugar Added)Pin

Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats are protein and fiber-rich, low in sugar, easy to make, and one of my kids’ favorite breakfasts.

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Air Fryer Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Air Fryer Vegan Stuffed Portobello MushroomsPin

Easy Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with zesty and crispy chickpeas make a quick and tasty dish with minimal prep.

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Langar Wali Dal//Instant pot Langar Wali Dal/Dal Banjara

Langar Wali Dal//Instant pot Langar Wali Dal/Dal BanjaraPin

Easy, rich, and super delicious, this Langar Wali Dal / Dal Banjara is the perfect pot meal—hearty and comforting dal.

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Vegan Chocolate Protein Ice Cream – The All Natural Vegan

Vegan Chocolate Protein Ice Cream - The All Natural VeganPin

This Vegan Chocolate Protein Ice Cream dish is the best healthy treat. This dish is plant-based, oil-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!

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Red Lentil Curry – A Cedar Spoon

Red Lentil Curry - A Cedar SpoonPin

Red Lentil Curry is a vegetarian dish that mixes red lentils, garlic, onion, tomato sauce with rich, warm spices.

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Scarlet Runner Bean Salad Recipe

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A Styrian classic with hearty scarlet runner beans, crisp onions, and a drizzle of rich green pumpkin seed oil. Simple, flavorful.

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Healthy Air Fryer Falafel Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)

Healthy Air Fryer Falafel Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)Pin

This easy and healthy Air Fryer Falafel dish is gluten-free, plant-based, grain-free, & allergy-free! No oil or frying needed for these light & crispy falafel.

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Sardinian Fregola with Chickpeas. – The Pasta Project

Sardinian Fregola with Chickpeas. – The Pasta ProjectPin

This warming one pot Sardinian fregola with chickpeas is a nutritious and delicious slightly spicy plant-based pasta e ceci dish from Sardinia.

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Healthy Superfood Smoothie (You’ll Actually Love!) – Refresh My Health

Healthy Superfood Smoothie (You’ll Actually Love!) - Refresh My HealthPin

Refreshing and creamy, plant-based and low in carbs, this healthy superfood smoothie redefines what a smoothie should feel like. Blend and enjoy!

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Boiled Peanut Chaat (Indian Masala Peanut Salad) – VegCookBook by Praveena

Boiled Peanut Chaat (Indian Masala Peanut Salad) - VegCookBook by PraveenaPin

boiled peanut chaat. oil free peanut salad. Indian spicy peanut chaat dish. instant pot indian masala peanut salad. wfpb quick peanut salad.

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Italian Vegan Sausage Recipe (Simple To Make!) – Cinnamon Snail

Italian Vegan Sausage Recipe (Simple To Make!) - Cinnamon SnailPin

The absolute BOMB homemade plant-based Italian sausage dish, rich in spices, sun-dried tomatoes, and subtly smokey flavors. Great for grilling!

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Spicy Buffalo Chickpea Wrap – Foodess

Spicy Buffalo Chickpea Wrap - FoodessPin

Crisp, spicy chickpeas in a Buffalo Chickpea Wrap! Veggies, creamy plant-based buffalo sauce & the tastiest dipping sauce – 10/10 delicious dish!

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Spicy Jackfruit and Red Kidney Bean Burgers – Dishing Out Plants | Vegan food recipes

Spicy Jackfruit and Red Kidney Bean Burgers - Dishing Out Plants | Vegan food recipesPin

Want a Spicy Jackfruit and Red Kidney Bean Burger? Packed with tender jackfruit, protein-rich beans, and flavorful spices, these plant-based, gluten-free burgers are easy to make and perfect for a healthy bite.

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Healthy High Protein Pina Colada Overnight Oats – The All Natural Vegan

Healthy High Protein Pina Colada Overnight Oats - The All Natural VeganPin

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The Best Vegan Meatballs Recipe (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

The Best Vegan Meatballs Recipe (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)Pin

This is the best high-protein Vegan Meatballs Recipe! Gluten-Free & allergy-free, hearty & eggless meatballs packed with lentils, quinoa, and veggies!

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I’m Venny, I am a medical doctor and I believe great health stems from eating whole plant foods. Here you’ll find delicious (mostly) oil-free whole food, plant-based recipes and learn how food makes you healthy!


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