If you’re looking to stay full longer, balance blood sugar, reduce cravings, and keep your energy steady throughout the day, high-protein snacks are a simple and effective place to start. Protein takes longer to digest than carbs, helps support lean muscle, and can dramatically reduce mindless snacking.

Whether you're focused on weight loss, metabolism support, or just want better grab-and-go options, these 12 high-protein snack ideas are balanced, simple, and made with whole-food ingredients. Many can be prepped ahead for busy days, and all are designed to keep you nourished and satisfied.

We’ve also created a full High Protein Diet Reset but let’s get into the free snack recipes first!

Let’s dive in!

1. Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs

Ingredients

6 large eggs
3 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp shallot, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
1 tsp fresh dill, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
Sea salt & black pepper, to taste
2 oz smoked salmon, sliced
1 tbsp capers

Directions

Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Cover and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 12 minutes.
Drain and run under cold water until fully cooled. Peel and slice in half lengthwise.
Remove yolks and place in a bowl.
Add mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, shallot, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Spoon the filling back into the egg whites.
Top each with smoked salmon, capers, fresh dill, and additional shallot. Enjoy!

2. Salmon & Avocado Snack Plate

Ingredients

2 eggs
1 avocado
7 oz canned wild salmon
2 tbsp lemon juice
Sea salt & black pepper, to taste
1/2 cucumber, sliced

Directions

Hard-boil eggs: place in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, then turn off heat, cover, and let sit 10–12 minutes. Cool in cold water, peel, and slice.
In a bowl, mash the avocado, salmon, and lemon juice together. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble everything onto a plate. Season cucumber and eggs with additional salt and pepper. Enjoy!

3. Chicken Salad Cabbage Wraps

Ingredients

1/2 tsp avocado oil
10 oz chicken breast, cubed
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp thyme
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 apple, diced
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
Sea salt & black pepper, to taste
2 cups purple cabbage leaves

Directions

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add avocado oil. Add chicken, oregano, and thyme. Cook 6–7 minutes or until fully cooked.
Transfer chicken to a bowl. Add celery, apple, and pumpkin seeds.
In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat.
Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into cabbage leaves and wrap. Enjoy!

4. Portobello Mushrooms Florentine

Ingredients

8 oz portobello mushroom caps
Sea salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 cups baby spinach
2 eggs
2 tbsp feta cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
Place mushroom caps on the sheet, season, and bake 10–15 minutes. Blot excess moisture.
Meanwhile, heat half the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Whisk eggs. Add remaining oil to the skillet and scramble eggs to your liking.
Layer spinach in the mushrooms, top with scrambled eggs, feta, salt, and pepper. Enjoy!

5. Zucchini & Goat Cheese Egg Muffins

Ingredients

1 zucchini, divided
6 eggs
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/2 cup goat cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a muffin tray or use a silicone tray.
Roughly chop 2/3 of the zucchini; thinly slice the remaining 1/3.
In a bowl, whisk eggs, water, salt, and chopped zucchini. Divide into muffin cups.
Top each with sliced zucchini and goat cheese.
Bake 15–18 minutes or until set. Cool slightly and enjoy!

6. Turkey & Egg Snack Box

Ingredients

1/2 tsp avocado oil
2 eggs
1/4 cup kimchi
4 oz sliced turkey breast
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
1 navel orange

Directions

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add eggs and scramble until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Arrange scrambled eggs, kimchi, turkey, tomatoes, and orange in a container. Enjoy!

7. Turkey & Cheese Skewers

Ingredients

1/4 medium cucumber, sliced
4 oz sliced turkey breast
4 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
4 small BBQ skewers

Directions

Thread cucumber, turkey, and cheese onto skewers, repeating until ingredients are used.
Serve and enjoy!

8. Savory Cucumber Cottage Cheese Bowl

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese
1/8 large cucumber, chopped
1/4 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 tbsp kalamata olives, sliced
1 green onion, chopped
1 tbsp toasted almonds, chopped
1 tsp everything bagel seasoning

Directions

Divide cottage cheese into bowls.
Top with cucumber, pepper, olives, green onion, almonds, and seasoning. Enjoy!

9. Chocolate Protein Yogurt with Raspberries

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
1/2 cup raspberries
2 tbsp granola

Directions

Add yogurt and protein powder to a bowl. Whip with a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
Transfer to a serving bowl and top with raspberries and granola. Enjoy!

10. Apricot & Cheese Prosciutto Bites

Ingredients

4 oz prosciutto
4 oz cheddar cheese, sliced
1/2 cup dried apricots

Directions

Layer prosciutto with a piece of cheddar and an apricot.
Wrap gently and secure with a toothpick.
Repeat until ingredients are used. Enjoy!

11. Turkey & Cheese Stuffed Bell Pepper

Ingredients

2 tbsp cream cheese
1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
1 medium red bell pepper, halved and deseeded
1/2 medium avocado
1/2 tsp everything bagel seasoning
1.5 oz sliced turkey breast
1.5 oz provolone cheese
1/8 head green lettuce

Directions

Mix cream cheese and Dijon and spread onto one half of each bell pepper.
Mash avocado with seasoning and spread on the other half.
Layer turkey, provolone, and lettuce over the avocado.
Press pepper halves together to form a sandwich. Enjoy!

12. Roast Beef, Cheddar & Cucumber Plate

Ingredients

3 oz deli roast beef
1/4 medium cucumber, sliced
2 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
1.5 cups mixed greens
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/4 lemon
Sea salt & black pepper, to taste

Directions

Arrange roast beef, cucumber, cheese, and mixed greens on a plate.
Drizzle greens with olive oil and lemon juice.
Season greens and cucumber with salt and pepper.
Enjoy as-is or wrap ingredients together into mini roll-ups.

Why High-Protein Snacks Matter

Protein supports:

stable energy
better appetite control
fewer afternoon cravings
improved metabolism
maintaining lean muscle
balanced blood sugar

When you build your snacks around protein first, you naturally eat more balanced foods, feel more satisfied, and snack less overall.

Take Action

Healthy snacking becomes effortless when you:
✔ have simple recipes you enjoy
✔ prep a few items ahead of time
✔ find high-protein swaps for the snack foods you already love
✔ stay consistent with what works for your lifestyle

📌 Read: 7 Day High Protein Meal Plan for Weight Loss & Wellness

→ Start by choosing one or two of these snack ideas to prep this week. Over time, these “small wins” add up to sustainable habit change.

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