We are pleased to announce that on March 4, 2025, an updated Rich Text Editor will be introduced in the MyFitnessPal Community. To learn more about the upcoming changes, please click here. We look forward to sharing this new feature with you!

High protein low calorie concoctions?

Confuzzled4ever
Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
edited January 20 in Food and Nutrition
Organic whole raw foods that I can either eat as is or magically morph into something delicous. :~)

No processed suggestions please.

Just trying to increase my variety if able.

The weirder the better. :~p

Open diary for the curious. lol

Replies

  • KristenElizabeth7
    KristenElizabeth7 Posts: 45 Member
    Search for protein bars. Someone posted a recipe for homemade lemon protein bars that looked really good! I think they were around 50 calories and 5gms of protein. Not that high but sounded great for a treat!
  • Confuzzled4ever
    Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
    I haven't tried making my own protein bars yet.. I have to get on that i guess.. the store bought ones so often have so much crap in them. I dont' feel like muddeling through them all.. although I do eat them occasionally. Lemon flavored ones sound yummy though!
  • lbpslah
    lbpslah Posts: 35 Member
    I use a lot of Jamie Eason (from bodybuilding.com) protein bar recipes. They are pretty good.
  • Confuzzled4ever
    Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
    I'll check that site out tonight :~)

    I don't want a lot of added sugars or chemicals in my food. But I am trying to eat more protein.. I have a decent plan for today. but I'll probably skip something cause it's a lot of food and I'm not hungry right now.. and I haven't even had my sneaky snack yet..
  • Confuzzled4ever
    Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
    Bumpity bump!!
  • misskerouac
    misskerouac Posts: 2,242 Member
    My diary is open, it's not even close to being perfect, but I do aim for over 100g of protein everyday. Normally the bulk of it is from chicken, tuna, or other seafood. I do have a protein shake daily (rice protein since I can't do whey). Tonight I am having pork meatballs though :) Processed = yes, delicious = yes lol
  • OMGSugarOHNOS
    OMGSugarOHNOS Posts: 204 Member
    Sorry but your options are slim to none as far as whole raw foods go if you're trying to get good protein source.
  • AbbyPDX
    AbbyPDX Posts: 64 Member
    All natural jerky. I to turkey jerky. Not the nitrated stuff, but the naturally flavored/dehydrated stuff (we have a local grocery store that makes their own).

    I've been making salmon cakes out of canned salmon (but you can use fresh if you wanted).
    Salmon
    egg
    mayo or nayonaise
    a bit of worsteshire
    bit of mustard
    horseradish
    salt/pepper
    lemon squeeze
    a touch of whole wheat flour (could probably use coconut flour if you wanted it closer to paleo)

    Mix, form into patties and cook in coconut oil. Delish.
  • Confuzzled4ever
    Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
    those sound good.. kinda like the tuna cakes people make. Fish I can eat.. shell fish I can't. total bummer

    Anyone else have a ideas/recipes?

    I can cook and prefer recipes rather then powders and bars (which i have resorted to currently)
  • Confuzzled4ever
    Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
    Anyone else have any idea?
    Granola bars and Tuna cakes sound good. I'll pick up the ingredients this week and try my hand at them.
  • GettinIT6
    GettinIT6 Posts: 44
    peanut butter protein balls:) or protein pancakes!!! both easy and super yummy message me if you want the recipes!
  • MsPudding
    MsPudding Posts: 562 Member
    Cottage cheese pancakes
    I use 3 eggs (separated), 1/4 cup flour and 3/4 cup cottage cheese. Bliz the egg yolks/flour/cottage cheese. Whisk the egg whites to firm peaks and fold into the other mixture. Makes about 10 pancakes the diameter of the top of a coke can (so about 3 servings) for 176 calories a serving. I have them with smoked salmon on the top.

    Asian fish cakes
    I don't follow a recipe on these but it's essentially 250g of firm white fish (pollack or cod is ideal), a tablespoon of thai red curry paste, 1 egg, a red chilli finely diced, about 1 tbl fish sauce, handful of finely chopped fresh coriander (cilantro). Blitz the whole lot in a blender, then stir in a handful of very finely chopped green beans. Roll into small balls (a wee bit bigger than a Chupa Chups lolly) and either fry or steam.
  • bostonwolf
    bostonwolf Posts: 3,038 Member
    Something involving egg whites is your best bet. They are pure protein.
  • lilRicki
    lilRicki Posts: 4,555 Member
    go on pinterest, to the health and fitness section. There's tons of recipies on there
  • dewsmom78
    dewsmom78 Posts: 498 Member
    Whey Protein shake, mine is 140 calories, 27g protein, 3g carbs. Cytosport brand at Costco.
  • Abells
    Abells Posts: 756 Member
    Bumpity bump!!

    scope my diary if you want -- friend me....now that i'm on paleo I crush protein!
  • MelisMusing
    MelisMusing Posts: 421 Member
    I make tuna or salmon patties - minus the breadcrumbs- so just canned salmon/chicke/tuna, two eggs and some shredded mozarella. I amp up the spices too- garlic, chili, etc. and then top with sour cream. Paired with some stir fried brocolli and zukes, that's kind of my go to dinner lately.

    I have some recipes on my pinterest board if you're interested http://www.pinterest.com/melismusing/delish
  • maieranne77
    maieranne77 Posts: 191 Member
    For my lunch or snack I have been bringing to work baby spinach, small amount of mayo and either tuna or chicken to mix together for a salad.
    I also make Turkey burgers with ground turkey, breadcrumbs, eggs and grill up a few for the week and pack in my lunch for snack or lunch with low carb tortillia or spinach topping.
    2 egg whites and 1 whole egg + asparagus in low carb tortillia
  • MelisMusing
    MelisMusing Posts: 421 Member
    Oh- another really awesome lunch I have been loving...

    1 slice ezekiel genesis bread, toasted
    half avocado
    i can organic chicken
    garlic to taste

    Mush up the avocado and chicken and garlic, and top toast. You could add a boiled egg in too, for extra bonus protein. I also add some sea salt on top. Super delish.
  • Confuzzled4ever
    Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
    Awesome ideas! I'll be making a list when I get home from work!!

    What is pin interest?
  • misskerouac
    misskerouac Posts: 2,242 Member
    Awesome ideas! I'll be making a list when I get home from work!!

    What is pin interest?

    www.pinterest.com

    it's like a big digital bulletin board basically.
    People "pin" recipes, pictures, clothing, art, products, they like from all over the internet. People can comment on them, "re-pin" them on their own "boards", or just "like" them.

    It's a great place to look for recipes/food ideas instead of just searching google (less overwhelming)

    It is also VERY ADDICTING lol
This discussion has been closed.

Categories