23 High-Protein Snacks for Weight Loss

Need something light yet satisfying to fit into your day? These high-protein picks work just as well for a tasty snack as they do for a light meal. Each recipe is lower in calories to support healthy weight loss, and high in protein, which can help you reap the benefits of the nutrient like muscle growth, supporting bone health and healthy digestion. Recipes like our Raspberry-Banana Yogurt Parfait and our Creamy Orange-Mango Flaxseed Shake are filling, nutritious and can help you meet your goals.

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Raspberry-Banana Yogurt Perfect

This quick and easy raspberry and yogurt parfait combines creamy strained (Greek-style) yogurt with fiber-rich fruit and crunchy toasted pecans for a gut-friendly start to your day. Layering the ingredients in a jar makes for a portable, pretty and protein-packed meal that’s ready in minutes.

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Spiced Roasted Almonds

These spiced almonds deliver the perfect balance of fiber, protein and healthy fat for a filling snack that can support your weight-loss goals. They’re a good mix of crunch, sweetness and spice. It’s easy to make and store so you have a healthy snack on hand.

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Marry Me-Inspired Dip

Tangy sun-dried tomatoes add a pop of acidity and make this creamy bean dip reminiscent of Marry Me Chicken. We use carrots, peppers, radishes and snap peas for dunking, but you can use your favorite crunchy veggies.

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Creamy Orange-Mango Flaxseed Shake

Bright, creamy and packed with staying power, this protein shake blends juicy mandarin, tropical mango and tangy strained yogurt into a sunshine-hued drink. Protein from the yogurt will keep you satisfied, and there’s plenty of natural sweetness from the fruit.

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Cottage Cheese–Berry Bowl

This no-sugar-added berry bowl highlights the natural sweetness of thawed mixed berries with a hint of vanilla for extra flavor. It’s a simple snack you can prepare in advance, but add the cereal just before serving so it stays crunchy.

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High-Protein Blueberry & Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

This make-ahead snack is loaded with chia seeds that soak up a dreamy blend of almond milk and blueberries as it chills overnight, transforming it into a thick, creamy pudding. A swirl of peanut butter and strained (Greek-style) yogurt add more creaminess along with protein.

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High-Protein Caesar Dip

This versatile high-protein dip is the perfect companion for your favorite veggies. Made with Greek-style yogurt and sour cream and blended with Parmesan cheese and Worcestershire sauce, it’s reminiscent of the flavors in Caesar salad dressing.

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Strawberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie

This fiber-rich chia smoothie is sweet and tangy, with a velvety texture thanks to nutritious chia seeds that expand as they combine with liquid.

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Easy Black Bean Dip

This creamy bean dip is great for a party or picnic. Smoked paprika and ground chipotles add a robust, earthy flavor, but you can also use regular paprika and cayenne if you don’t have the other spices on hand.

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Pistachio & Peach Toast

This fruity snack is great when you have leftover ricotta cheese–plus it comes together in just 5 minutes.

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Chocolate-Strawberry Protein Shake

Soy milk and strained (Greek-style) yogurt provide a solid protein base for this protein shake. Sweet strawberries, sliced banana and rich cocoa powder create a sweet flavor without needing any added sugar.

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Pizza Pistachios

Nutritional yeast mimics the flavor of cheese, lending a pizza-like flavor to these playful spiced pistachios.

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Cucumber-Dill Ricotta Snack Jar

This simple snack jar features herbaceous ricotta cheese alongside cucumber and bell pepper for dipping. Use any color mini bell pepper you have on hand.

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High-Protein Orange-Mango Smoothie

This tropical-inspired smoothie blends the tangy sweetness of fresh-squeezed orange juice with juicy mangoes for a combo that feels like summer, no matter the season. Plus, this smoothie is packed with protein, thanks to protein powder and Greek-style yogurt.

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Tahini-Yogurt Dip

Serve this creamy yogurt dip with baby carrots, sliced radishes or whole-wheat pita triangles.

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Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey

A simple combination of Greek-style yogurt and blueberries gets an extra touch of sweetness from golden honey. It’s the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized.

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Berry-Kefir Smoothie

Get a probiotic boost at breakfast when you add kefir to your smoothie. Feel free to use any berries and nut butter you have on hand in this healthy smoothie recipe.

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Greek Yogurt with Strawberries

Protein-rich Greek yogurt and sweet strawberries make for a super-simple and satisfying snack.

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Slow-Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

This creamy, crowd-pleasing dip comes together with ease in your crock pot. Leave it in the slow cooker all party long to keep it warm for serving with perfect, melty cheese in every bite.

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Strawberries and Cottage Cheese

This snack mixes a serving of dairy with a serving of fresh fruit and provides a boost of vitamin C and calcium to your day.

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Greek Yogurt with Fruit & Nuts

This simple snack with protein and healthy fat will get you through the afternoon slump.

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Cottage Cheese with Raspberry Honey

Crunchy sunflower seeds add delicious flavor to this simple, light meal or snack of cottage cheese dressed up with raspberries and honey.

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