21 Best High-Protein Snack Recipes to Fuel Your Day

Among the protein-packed snack options, these Spicy Sriracha Tuna Cucumber Bites are my favorite. In this, you will get the creamy and spicy richness of tuna as well as the fresh crunchiness of cucumber. Moreover, the combination of tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha, and sesame oil makes it a perfect protein boost.
If you want, you can add avocado to it, which will increase the creaminess along with healthy fats. Finally, you can spread lightly toasted sesame seeds on top. However, if you add a little wasabi paste to the mixture, you can have a different spicy taste. You can serve this high-protein snack beautifully with soy sauce and edamame.

Made with egg whites, spinach, and cheese, these amazing muffins will help you with a lean protein boost as well as post-workout recovery. I make these and sometimes take them to the office to give me a mid-afternoon energy boost.
You can add diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini to add extra nutrition and texture to the muffins. You can also add cooked turkey sausage or shredded chicken for an extra protein boost. You can pair these muffins with salsa or guacamole, but I prefer them with plain Greek yogurt.

These crispy parmesan chickpea chips can be easily made in the oven or in the air fryer. This high protein snack is also very easy to make. Made with simple ingredients like chickpea flour, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, and salt, these chips can be made in just 30 minutes and you can get easy protein and fiber from them. In my opinion, it is a really healthy option among snacks.
If you want, you can add dried herbs like oregano, thyme, or rosemary. You can use these chips as a topping on any salad or soup, which can provide a great texture along with protein. You can also serve these chips with dips like hummus, guacamole, or yogurt-based dips.

Packed with healthy fats from avocado and lean protein from salmon, these Smoked Salmon and Avocado Rice Cakes are a great high-protein snack option. Each rice cake contains a great protein boost that is essential for sustaining your muscle recovery and energy. Made with simple ingredients like rice cakes, smoked salmon, mashed avocado, lemon juice, dill, and a few simple ingredients, these gluten-free rice cakes take about 10 minutes to make.
If you can add a layer of cream cheese before adding the avocado, its creaminess will increase a lot. I personally top it with a poached egg or serve it with sliced ​​hard-boiled eggs. This finger food is perfect for a light lunch with a salad.

We all know that tofu is naturally high in protein, so this Vegan Air-Fried Tofu Nuggets recipe is a fantastic high-protein snack option. With just a few ingredients like tofu, cornstarch, soy sauce, garlic powder, and paprika, you can whip up this amazing vegan snack in just 10 minutes, and it's completely oil-free.
If you want, you can lightly coat the nuggets in sesame seeds before air frying. However, if you like Sweet and Sour Nuggets like I do, you can toss them in homemade or store-bought sweet and sour sauce after air-frying. These nuggets are great dipped in hummus, vegan ranch, or a spicy aioli. Or, for an extra protein boost, you can serve them with a salad.

In this recipe, you get the creaminess of cream cheese along with the lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids of salmon. This is an amazing recipe, which can be prepared in 15 minutes, is a perfect combination of protein and healthy fats that can stabilize your blood sugar levels.
You can also add sliced ​​cucumber, bell peppers, or spinach leaves for an extra vitamin and fiber boost. However, sometimes I add avocado slices for extra healthy fats. It can be served wonderfully with capers and red onion at any party or gathering.

Made with blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries, this green yogurt parfait is packed with antioxidants and vitamins that help keep your overall health in check. Along with yogurt and berries, there is granola or nuts, which not only enhances its taste but also enhances its presentation a lot.
However, if you want, you can add different fruits like sliced ​​bananas or kiwi in addition to berries. Also, chia seeds, flaxseeds, or almonds are very good options that add healthy fats and fiber to it. Like me, you can also add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to it if you want.

Hardboiled egg and avocado, a simple yet very protein-packed combination that you can serve as a high-protein snack. Here is the Hard-boiled Egg and Avocado Bowl, where simple ingredients like avocado, egg, red onion, red bell pepper, white balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and cracked pepper are used to make a bowl that is perfect as a low-carb meal.
You can add spices like paprika, cumin, or chili flakes or fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for flavor. However, I like to add toasted seeds like pumpkin or sunflower for texture. This is a perfect dish for lunch or a light dinner. However, mash avocado and egg together and spread it on a piece of bread, sprinkle a little bagel seasoning on top, and serve it once and let me know your experience.

A great snack option from the South Indian culinary tradition is this chana sundal or chickpea sundal. This "no-onion no-garlic" recipe can be easily made with simple ingredients like coconut oil, black or brown mustard seeds, split and skinless urad dal (white), curry leaves, red chilies, green chilis, asafoetida, frozen grated coconut, lemon juice.
However, you can add your favorite veggies like chopped carrots, bell peppers, or spinach to it. Serve with grated ginger on top while serving. Apart from this, it can also be served as a topping on any salad, but I prefer it as a standalone snack.

The high-protein snack recipe that I will discuss now is Paneer Tikka which is an Indian traditional recipe and is full of protein as well as calcium. This amazing snack can be made with the help of some simple ingredients like Paneer cubes, yogurt, spices, bell peppers, and onions. A combination of spices (garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder) and yogurt creates an amazing marinade in which the paneer pieces are coated and grilled or baked. This paneer tikka is a great choice as a mid-afternoon or afternoon snack or as a post-workout snack.
You can add bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms to the skewers while making the tikka, which will provide extra fiber and nutrients. However, if you prefer my tandoor-style cooking, try making it in the oven, which will add a wonderful smoky flavor to it. Be sure to add fresh mint leaves to the marinade.

Although fox nuts or phool makhana is a very good snack, makhana is not very protein-rich, but you can make it high-protein by adding some preparations (like masala) to it. Phool makhana is already full of fiber and carbohydrates. Apart from this, this recipe uses a few things like cumin, coriander, and turmeric as masala.
Therefore, I would suggest adding nutritional yeast to it, which will add some protein along with the cheesy flavor to this snack. Also, if you want, you can coat the makhana in roasted chickpea flour (besan) before roasting. Serve with edamame, as it will be a heavy protein snack.