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Low fat, high protein snacks and meals

AnjaliSD
AnjaliSD Posts: 42 Member
edited February 20 in Food and Nutrition
Hey everyone,

I find it really hard to stay under my fat macro and reach my protein goals. Most days when I stay within my calorie budget, I only hit something like 30g of protein. Any ideas or suggestions for snacks and meals that are high in protein but relatively low in fat?

I would really appreciate any tips!

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  • 1pandabear
    1pandabear Posts: 336 Member
    sorry to post the obvious- have you thought of nonfat Greek yogurt 23g of protein per cup, 130 calories, 0 fat
  • exorcistt
    exorcistt Posts: 14
    Usually the 2 go together, protein with healthy fats both are good for you. Don't worry about staying under your fat macros, instead aim to stay under a certain calorie goal and eat healthy foods. That's it.
  • meganw2020
    meganw2020 Posts: 107 Member
    - Greek yogurt
    - String Cheese
    - Cottage Cheese
    - Chicken
    - Fish
    - Nuts
    - Hard boiled eggs
    - Quinoa
    - Protein powder/shakes
  • Dylllie
    Dylllie Posts: 72
    I just bought some Watson roast beef that was low fat & high protein.

    But maybe Quest bars? Although those are expensive.

    Also- grilled chicken & grilled salmon.
  • AnjaliSD
    AnjaliSD Posts: 42 Member
    Thanks guys, and actually I always forget about greek yogurt!

    I was also wondering if anyone had meal ideas. I get bored eating the same things all the time.
  • martyqueen52
    martyqueen52 Posts: 1,120 Member
    Low fat cheese sticks
    Greek Yogurt
    Turkey / beef jerky
    Protein bars (Quest bars and Victory are the cleanest without fillers)
    Eggs whites
    Whey Protein Isolates
    Chicken
    Tilapia fish fillets
  • perseverance14
    perseverance14 Posts: 1,364 Member
    Chicken, fish, low fat cottage cheese and greek yogurt, eggs, vegetables.

    If you are looking for things you can eat with lower carbs and fat but more protein, there is some stuff on doctorsbestweightloss.com that is pretty good.

    I just bought some oatmeal that is really low in carbs and high in protein on there, although I haven't tried it yet. They have all kinds of stuff on there. I am partial to the fudge graham bars, they are supposed to be a meal replacement but I had one with my cottage cheese and blueberries for breakfast this morning. :)

    Just make sure you watch the sodium on what you buy, I have blood pressure that runs on the low side, but even I am careful.
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