Plant-based meals do fill you up. You just need to focus on getting plant-based proteins onto your plate. High-protein meals that also offer a good balance of carbs, fats, and fiber is key to getting the fuel you need. Get started with some inspiration from Purple Carrot, with 30 satisfying recipes for high-protein plant-based meals. Every dish features at least 30 grams of protein, along with all the other macronutrients you need to stay full.

1. Almond butter tofu

• Protein per serving: 33 grams
• Main ingredients: almond butter, tofu, quinoa, Swiss chard, carrots

The sweet and savory sesame-almond butter tofu main course is the perfect balance of crispy and tender, served over a bed of fluffy quinoa. On the side, Swiss chard and carrots give you a burst of freshness. Top it all off with crunchy radish slices, and you’ve got exactly the right balance of protein, carbs, and fiber — 11 grams worth! — to keep you full and satisfied.

2. Elote bowl

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: red quinoa, chickpeas, sweet corn

Boldly iconic Mexican street corn flavors, all wrapped in a protein-packed vegan bowl. On top of sweet charred corn and lime, this recipe is full of plant-based protein sources like chickpeas and pumpkin seeds. You won’t even need to break out the grill. Just grab a large nonstick skillet for your veggies, a small saucepan for the quinoa, and a small bowl to whip up the Veganaise-based sauce. It’s all ready in less than 30 minutes.

3. General Tso’s tofu

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, quinoa, broccoli

When you want a macro-friendly, gluten-free version of a takeout favorite, this recipe is ready quicker than any delivery. The ginger, garlic, and tamari-based sauce is mouthwatering served over crispy tofu, with a base of quinoa to soak up any extra sauce. Broccoli on the side adds extra vitamins and fiber, giving you the fuel you need to tackle whatever’s on the agenda.

4. Korean tofu tacos

• Protein per serving: 43 grams
• Main ingredients: gochujang, peanut butter, tofu, kimchi

This incredible flavor fusion doesn’t skimp on the protein. The gochujang peanut butter sauce complements spicy kimchi, waking up your senses with every bite. One serving of three tacos includes 43 grams of protein, 69 grams of carbs, and 51 grams of fat, for a delicious meal that keeps you full for hours.

5. Sesame orange tofu

• Protein per serving: 30 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, green beans, brown rice

Sweet with just the right amount of heat, this dish is protein rich and sodium smart. You’ll only need a large nonstick skillet, your microwave, and 30 minutes in the kitchen. It’s perfect for busy nights when you want to meet your protein goals without a grocery trip and a ton of extra cleanup.

6. Gochujang peanut noodles

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: noodles, tempeh, sugar snap peas

Sometimes the only thing you want is a warm, comforting bowl of noodles. These gochujang peanut noodles come together in about a half hour. Tempeh adds extra protein and sugar snap peas round out this dish nicely with crunch and color.

7. Sticky mango tofu

• Protein per serving: 31 grams
• Main ingredients: mango, tofu, quinoa

If you love the sweetness of mango with a little bit of heat, this recipe is for you. On top of sauteeing diced mango and bell pepper, you’ll cover crispy tofu in a sauce made from mango chutney and garlic chili oil and serve over tangy lime quinoa. One serving has all the carbs, protein, and fats needed to fill you up, as well as nutrients like iron that give you energy.

8. Spicy Korean tofu bowl

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, green beans, brown rice

Cool down from the heat of the peanut-gochujang smothered tofu with fluffy brown rice and sesame-garlic sauteed green beans. While this meal is low on sodium, it’s high on filling nutrients, including more than 30 grams of protein and less than 60 grams of carbs.

9. Ancient grain bowl

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: chickpeas, pistachios, farro

This colorful grain bowl delivers variety with protein from crispy chickpeas and pistachio-encrusted cashew cheese, along with complex carbs from a farro base. Sweet apple slices go great with fresh arugula in a light salad, brightened by a squeeze of lemon. Mix it all together and enjoy a protein-rich symphony for your tastebuds.

10. Apple sage sausage skillet

• Protein per serving: 36 grams
• Main ingredients: plant-based sausage, apples, farro, spinach

Add this to the menu when you want something hearty, but not too heavy. Vegan sausage with sauteed apples, spinach, and mushroom over farro is great any time of year, but this one especially hits the spot during fall.

11. Bali BBQ tofu sandwiches

• Protein per serving: 35 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, pickled cucumbers and radishes, cilantro aioli

Delicious for lunch or dinner, this sandwich makes a great plant-based swap when you want something BBQ-flavored. It takes only 30 minutes to crisp the tofu, make the aioli, and assemble this high-protein sandwich that you’ll want to make again and again.

12. BBQ tofu wraps

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, dijon slaw, sweet potatoes

If you have a bowl to mix spicy dijon slaw and a baking sheet, you’re already halfway to a delicious dinner. The protein from the crispy BBQ tofu and carbs from the roasted sweet potato give you all the energy you need, all with only 25 minutes of prep time.

13. Tofu sloppy Joes

• Protein per serving: 33 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, potatoes, pretzel buns

Sacrifice the cholesterol but none of the protein. This plant-based take on a classic comfort food keeps you full and on track to meet your nutrition goals. In place of meat, you’ll make a sloppy Joe sauce with tofu and serve with a side of roasted potato wedges and vegan ranch dressing. It’s a comfort classic with none of the drawbacks.

14. Buffalo tempeh quinoa bowl

• Protein per serving: 30 grams
• Main ingredients: tempeh, quinoa, vegan tzatziki

Savor a blend of spicy buffalo with creamy plant-based tzatziki. Tempeh and quinoa give you 30 grams of protein per serving, while fresh celery, cucumbers, and radishes add fiber and crunch for a well-balanced, satisfying recipe that’s perfect for lunch.

15. Cajun-baked tofu with grits

• Protein per serving: 30 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, braised collard greens, grits

Indulge in classic Cajun flavors while meeting your nutrition goals. Cajun-spiced tofu and braised collards pair perfectly over a bowl of warm, creamy grits. With 30 grams of protein, 62 grams of carbs, and less than 600 calories per serving, it’s the right choice when you want something that checks both boxes for filling and healthy.

16. Tofu BLTs

• Protein per serving: 35 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, lettuce, tomato

Fry up thin strips of tofu and assemble this classic favorite with a side of homemade potato chips. You’ll get all the protein of a traditional BLT, plus 11 grams of fiber, and none of the cholesterol.

17. Charred broccoli tacos

• Protein per serving: 30 grams
• Main ingredients: broccoli, black beans, romesco

Broccoli might not come to mind when you think of tacos, but that’s about to change. Charred broccoli serves both flavor and fiber, while smashed chipotle black beans add protein (and even more fiber). Top with toasted cashews, romesco sauce, and dairy-free sour cream.

18. Chick’n parmesan

• Protein per serving: 34 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, gluten-free penne, tomato sauce

You don’t have to give up your childhood favorites if you’re eating plant based, gluten-free, or both. The vegan “chicken” is made from crispy tofu cutlets. When served all together with tomato sauce, gluten-free pasta, and non-dairy cheese, this plant-based recipe offers 34 grams of protein and 11 grams of fiber.

19. Chipotle tofu tacos

• Protein per serving: 40 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, chipotle sauce, cilantro crema

Love all things spicy? Fill up on five-alarm fiber and protein with these tofu tacos. The heat from the chipotle tofu is balanced by the cool cilantro crema and pickled radishes.

20. Coconut tofu

• Protein per serving: 36 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, coconut, quinoa

This recipe has all the ingredients for takeout-level satisfaction without the extra sodium. Crispy tofu is coated in coconut and breadcrumbs, complemented by crunchy date slaw. Dip your main protein in a delicious Thai peanut sauce or enjoy it all mixed together over fluffy quinoa.

21. Crispy lemon tofu with sumac lentils

• Protein per serving: 39 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, lentils, breadcrumbs

Looking to try something new? This dish features a unique blend of ingredients and a hefty serving of protein. Bright lemon tofu perfectly pairs with sumac-spiced lentils, while kale adds fiber-filled greens.

22. Detox bowl

• Protein per serving: 30 grams
• Main ingredients: avocado, mung beans, brown rice

In the mood for something on the lighter side? This detox bowl is full of nutrients and bright flavors. You’ll top a base of brown rice and mung beans with a bold avocado kumquat salad. It’s got the protein and carbs to keep you full, plus essential minerals and vitamins like zinc and vitamin C.

23. Filipino tofu adobo

• Protein per serving: 34 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, basmati rice, green beans

Savor the smoky flavor of adobo with this gluten-free, high-protein bowl. It all comes together in under 40 minutes, with bites of crispy tofu, juicy tomato salad, and fresh green beans.

24. Tofu shawarma bowl

• Protein per serving: 34 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, quinoa tabouli, tzatziki

Fill up on savory tofu shawarma, complemented by fresh quinoa tabouli salad and creamy tzatziki. It’s completely gluten-free and full of all the protein you need to fuel your day.

25. Harissa roasted butternut squash

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: butternut squash, quinoa, chickpeas

Give your roasted butternut squash a kick with spicy harissa. This bowl is packed with protein and almost 30 grams of fiber. You’ll get the best mix of sweet and spicy, along with soft and crunchy textures from the quinoa pilaf, in every bite.

26. Indian-spiced tofu

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, basmati rice, cumin

Save your hard-earned cash and skip the takeout. This Indian-spiced tofu with cumin rice and cilantro chutney is high on protein, low on sodium, and 100% gluten free. Best of all, everything is ready in just 30 minutes.

27. Italian cannellini bean stew

• Protein per serving: 38 grams
• Main ingredients: cannellini beans, vegan Italian sausage, mustard greens

Got a hankering for some good soup? This plant-based twist on an Italian classic delivers all the hearty flavor you could want, along with a ton of protein to keep you full for quite a while.

28. Braised collard greens

• Protein per serving: 35 grams
• Main ingredients: collard greens, tofu, peanuts

Based on the Kenyan dish Sukuma Wiki, this meal features ginger-braised collard greens, tofu spiced with cumin and coriander, and a crunchy peanut topping. Along with plenty of protein and carbs, you’ll get 11 grams of fiber in every serving.

29. Kimchi tofu stew

• Protein per serving: 32 grams
• Main ingredients: kimchi, tofu, sushi rice

It takes less than 30 minutes to prepare this savory stew. Tofu provides the protein, while kimchi, garlic, and ginger harmonize for the perfect balance of flavors. It’s totally gluten-free and incredibly filling.

30. Sticky tofu ramen noodles

• Protein per serving: 41 grams
• Main ingredients: tofu, ramen noodles, sweet chili sauce

Sweet chili and tahini dance together in this dish that’s a delight for your tastebuds. In just 20 minutes, you get a meal that’s packed with flavor, protein, and 18 grams of fiber per serving.

Fill up with Purple Carrot

Take the hard work out of planning meals that you love. Purple Carrot’s plant-based meal kits are designed with the help of trained dieticians, so you get all the protein — and other vital nutrients — you need to stay full and energized. Choose from a range of delicious recipes, delivered right to your door every week.