When it comes to eating big holiday meals, it’s a smart idea to prioritize protein. Incorporating more of the macronutrient — starting with a well-balanced breakfast — can help support your metabolism and leave you satiated, curbing mindless snacking the rest of the day. These delicious recipes take advantage of Thanksgiving flavors with up to 34 grams of protein per serving — all under 440 calories.
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1. SWEET SPICE-ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH OATMEAL | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 323; Total fat: 15.6g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 5g; Sodium: 333mg; Carbohydrate: 40g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 12g; Protein: 11g
2. SWEET POTATO BEET HASH WITH EGGS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 287; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 186mg; Sodium: 250g; Carbohydrate: 41g; Dietary Fiber: 8g; Sugar: 15g; Protein: 11g
3. SLOW COOKER PUMPKIN-SPICE OATS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 310; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 378mg; Carbohydrate: 48g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 14g; Protein 9g
4. APPLE PIE BREAKFAST BOWL | FIT FOODIE FINDS
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 357; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 3mg; Sodium: 110mg; Carbohydrate: 65g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 37g; Protein: 15g
5. PUMPKIN SPICE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 331; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 19mg; Sodium: 99mg; Carbohydrate: 47g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 33g; Protein: 33g
6. FRESH GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE | ELLE PENNER FOR MYFITNESSPAL
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 139; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 3mg; Sodium: 244mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 7g
7. GARLICKY BROCCOLI “ZOODLES” WITH BACON | INSPIRALIZED
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 194; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 14mg; Sodium: 234mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 10g
8. CHEESY BUFFALO BRUSSELS SPROUTS | EAT THE GAINS
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 125; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 114mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 7g
9. TURKEY BREAST CUTLETS WITH POMEGRANATE AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 235; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 57mg; Sodium: 306mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 31g
10. SWEET POTATO AND TURKEY SHEPHERD’S PIE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 437; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 107mg; Sodium: 911mg; Carbohydrate: 42g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 34g
