High-Protein Casseroles: 6 Bakes With 35 g+ Protein for Meal Prep

A casserole is the laziest way to meal prep: one dish, one oven, four portions. With the right protein base, every portion has 35 g+ protein.

Written by Velion Physique. I have done nutrition coaching since 2019, alongside working as a personal trainer with five trainer licences.

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The formula

Protein base (meat, fish, lentils or tofu) + carbs (pasta, potatoes, rice) + vegetables + a creamy sauce made with quark or skyr instead of cream + a little cheese on top. Bake at 180–200 °C for 25–35 minutes.

6 casseroles (4 portions each)

1. Chicken broccoli pasta bake – 500 g chicken breast, 250 g wholegrain pasta, broccoli, sauce of 250 g quark and some milk, 100 g light mozzarella. About 50 g protein per portion.
2. Mince and potato gratin – 500 g lean beef mince, 800 g sliced potatoes, onions, a quark-egg sauce. About 40 g.
3. Enchilada bake – 400 g turkey mince, kidney beans, peppers, tomato sauce, layered with wraps, cheese on top. About 42 g.
4. Salmon spinach bake – 500 g salmon, spinach, rice, a lemon-skyr sauce. About 38 g.
5. Lentil moussaka – 250 g dry lentils, aubergine, tomato, a quark-egg topping. About 30 g, vegetarian.
6. Breakfast egg bake – 10 eggs, 200 g cottage cheese, vegetables, turkey ham. Slice into squares. About 35 g.

Meal-prep tips

• Keeps 3–4 days in the fridge. Portion it straight after cooling.
• Quark sauce can split when reheated too hot – warm it gently or add a splash of milk.
• Freezes well in portions for up to 2 months (except the egg bake).

More meal prep: high-protein meal prep ideas · slow cooker recipes · rice bowls. How much you need per day: free Protein Calculator.

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Protein values are approximate and depend on brand and portion. With allergies or medical conditions, check with a doctor or dietitian.

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