Power-Up Plates: 9 Expert-Approved High-Protein Meals for Flavor and Gains

A panel of nutritionists, athletes, and chefs shares nine high-protein meals that balance flavor and function, from chickpea bowls and shakshuka with chorizo to a sushi rice bowl, freeze-dried ruby chicken curry, Thai green curry, leftovers roast, an açaí bowl, a hearty scramble, and a protein shake paired with muesli, with practical prep tips to help hit daily protein goals without sacrificing variety.