I’m still pinching myself! Since the launch of my book, my protein-first approach has been featured on so many wonderful platforms, and today was especially memorable. Launch season for The High-Protein Plate has been a whirlwind—from three weeks on the New York Times Bestseller list to a studio visit with the TODAY Show!
High-Protein Meals from The High-Protein Plate
On the show we explored my protein-first philosophy and how making protein the priority can transform meals into satisfying, energy-stabilizing plates. Hitting roughly 30–40 grams of protein per meal is a reliable way to boost satiety, quiet persistent food thoughts, and keep energy steady throughout the day.
I highlighted five standout recipes from the book that make high-protein eating simple and enjoyable:
- Ready-When-You-Are Breakfast Sandwiches: A busy-morning favorite that delivers about 32g of protein. These freeze well—assemble, wrap individually, and store until you need one.
- Shredded Chicken Quesadillas: A familiar comfort-food favorite upgraded to a nutrient-dense meal. Use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time without sacrificing flavor or protein.
- Passionberry Smoothie: A tropical, protein-packed blend (about 35g) that works well for post-workout recovery, a hearty breakfast, or a filling snack.
- Crispy Ranch Air-Fryer Chickpeas: An easy pantry snack that crisps up in minutes with a flavorful ranch-inspired seasoning. Great as a crunchy topping for salads or straight from the bowl for an 11g protein boost.
- Bone Broth Rice: A simple trick to add collagen-rich protein to rice and boost the nutrient profile of a staple side dish.
Watch the full segment below:
Watch: How to Perfect the Protein Plate on TODAY
Thank you all for the incredible support during this launch. Seeing these recipes show up in your kitchens means so much. If you want to add more protein to your meals or eat more intentionally, pick up a copy of my book today.
Dive Deeper: Podcasts and Interviews from the Book Tour
- Love Your Gut Podcast
- The Balanced Blonde // Soul On Fire Podcast
- Be Well by Kelly Leveque Podcast
- American Glutton Podcast
- The Mom Room Podcast
- Well On Her Way Podcast
- The Genius Life Podcast
- Love Your Gut Podcast (additional episode)
- Hot, Healthy, Never Hungry Podcast
- DITL With Paige Port Podcast
- The Motherly Podcast
- 1000 Hours Outside Podcast