5 High-Protein Paleo Recipes for Energy & Lean Muscle | Clean Eating Meal Ideas

Fuel your workouts, muscle recovery, and all-day vitality with these 5 paleo-friendly recipes — 100% grain-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, yet packed with protein and nutrients.

1. Grilled Steak & Veggie Bowl

Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins

A paleo favorite featuring juicy steak, sautéed veggies, and cauliflower rice.

Ingredients

• 10 oz sirloin steak
• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• ½ zucchini, sliced
• ½ bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Season steak with spices; grill 4–5 minutes per side.
2. Sauté zucchini and bell pepper in olive oil.
3. Cook cauliflower rice in the same pan.
4. Assemble bowl and top with sliced steak.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 465 | Protein: 48g | Carbs: 12g | Fat: 25g

2. Paleo Chicken Avocado Power Salad

Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 12 mins

A light but protein-packed meal with creamy avocado and grilled chicken.

Ingredients

• 8 oz chicken breast
• 1 avocado, cubed
• 2 cups mixed greens
• ½ cucumber, sliced
• ½ red bell pepper, diced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Grill chicken until golden and fully cooked.
2. Slice and combine with greens, avocado, and veggies.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 430 | Protein: 44g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 23g

3. Sheet Pan Salmon & Roasted Vegetables

Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins

Perfect for paleo meal prep — omega-3s, fiber, and clean protein in one tray.

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 small sweet potato, cubed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss veggies with olive oil and spices; roast for 10 minutes.
3. Add salmon fillets and bake another 12–15 minutes.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 495 | Protein: 42g | Carbs: 26g | Fat: 23g

4. Paleo Breakfast Scramble with Sweet Potato & Spinach

Servings: 1 | Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins

A hearty paleo breakfast rich in protein, complex carbs, and nutrients.

Ingredients

• 2 whole eggs + 3 egg whites
• ½ cup diced sweet potato
• ½ cup baby spinach
• ¼ onion, chopped
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Sauté sweet potato and onion in olive oil until tender.
2. Add eggs and scramble gently.
3. Add spinach and cook until wilted.

Macros

Calories: 345 | Protein: 33g | Carbs: 20g | Fat: 15g

5. Coconut-Lime Chicken with Cauliflower Rice

Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins

A tropical, creamy, paleo-friendly dish with bold flavor and balanced macros.

Ingredients

• 8 oz chicken breast, sliced
• ½ cup coconut milk (unsweetened)
• 1 tsp lime juice
• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• ½ tsp ginger powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp coconut oil
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Cook chicken in coconut oil until golden.
2. Add coconut milk, lime juice, and spices. Simmer 5 minutes.
3. Sauté cauliflower rice separately, then serve topped with chicken.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 440 | Protein: 41g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 23g

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