Name: 18 Healthy High-Protein Dinners Your Kids Will Love
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup cooked white rice; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup chopped red onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste; 8 slices pineapple; 8 ounces pepper jack cheese

Imagine a symphony of flavors and aromas that dance on your taste buds, leaving you wanting more. A hearty, protein-rich dinner that satisfies the growling stomachs of even the most discerning eaters. That’s exactly what you get with our 18 Healthy High-Protein Dinners Your Kids Will Love recipe collection!

Cooking healthy, high-protein meals doesn’t have to break the bank or take up a lot of time, especially when you follow the principles outlined in our related recipe. See Related Recipe.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe works by focusing on balanced macronutrients and essential protein-rich ingredients that cater to the developing needs of growing children, even as adults benefit from the nutrients.
Another key factor is the level of efficiency that goes into plating and preparation, which ensures that mealtime is a breeze, even for the busiest of families.
Lastly, the rich flavors add an extra layer of excitement for mealtime, making it an experience to look forward to.

Key Ingredients

The cornerstone of any dish, and especially of these high-protein dinners, is choosing the best quality ingredients. When selecting chicken, opt for organic or sustainably raised chicken to ensure lower fat content and lower risk of exposure to hormones and antibiotics. For produce, choose fresh vegetables and fruits that are locally sourced to guarantee optimal nutrition and less exposure to preservatives.

These protein sources come together with herbs and spices carefully selected to combine rich flavor with vibrancy in every bite. Nutritional consideration is front-of-mind when choosing table salts and baked goods as types on high sugars and fats should be limited in these dinner meals.

18 Healthy High-Protein Dinners Your Kids Will Love

Recipe Courtesy of Our Kitchen

Spicy Shrimp & Pineapple Burger

★★★★★ (55 Reviews)

Level:
Easy

Prep:
15 min

Cook:
25 min

Yield:
4 Servings

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup cooked white rice

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup chopped red onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, chopped

Salt and pepper, to taste

8 slices pineapple

8 ounces pepper jack cheese

Directions

Preheat grill or grill pan to 400 °F, brush the pineapple rings with a tablespoon of olive oil and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until caramelized, transfer to a plate and set aside.

Grill shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked, transfer to a plate and set aside.

Grill the red onions until translucent, about 2-3 minutes per side, transfer to a plate and set aside.

Assemble the burger by spreading a slice of cheese on the bottom bun, followed by a toasted slice of bread, a tomato slice, a cooked onion slice, a cooked shrimp, a pineapple slice and the remaining bread slice.

Drizzle the top with olive oil and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Storage & Reheating

Ensure leftover burgers are wrapped tightly and refrigerate immediately, these can be reheated on a pan or in a toaster oven with a slice of bread or wrapped in foil at 350 °F for 5 minutes.