The six best ready-made high protein meals that will keep you full for hours, according to dietitian Susie Burrell

In recent years there have been drastic changes in the varieties of frozen and fresh pre-made meals that are available in supermarkets.

Not only is there a much greater range of meals in general, but nutritionally the shift to higher protein options has mimicked demand for lower carb, higher protein meals.

So if you need convenient meal options but protein is on your mind, here are some of the top options, both for their protein content and overall nutritional profile.

Be Fit Food Wholemeal Beef Lasagne

Nutritional profile per serving (275 grams):

• 258 calories
• 22 grams of protein
• 17 grams of carbs
• 5.9 grams of fibre

Not only do these frozen meals have an extremely clean, wholefood list of ingredients, but are relatively low in carbohydrate for those wanting to keep their overall intake low.

The only downside is the portion is relatively small which makes for a very light meal.

Lean Cuisine Tuscan Style Beef Bowl with Kale & Pepitas

Nutritional profile per serving (350 grams):

• 350 calories
• 23 grams of protein
• 31 grams of carbs
• 10.5 grams of fibre

With a perfect mix of protein and good quality carbs, this is another higher protein, minimally processed ready meal at a good price point.

Coles Perform Build Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl

Nutritional profile per serving (450 grams):

• 539 calories
• 43 grams protein
• 44 grams carbs
• 8.4 grams fibre

With a massive 37 per cent chicken breast base, this high protein meal is substantial and offers plenty of vegetables and legumes along with a clean ingredient list.

Fitness Outcomes Chipotle Beef and Corn Salsa

Nutritional profile per serving (350 grams):

• 332 calories
• 35 grams of protein
• 39 grams of carbs

For the number of calories per serve, this is one of the highest protein meal options thanks to its 26 per cent beef base, although the ingredient list is a little longer than ideal with a few extra additives.

Fast Fuel Lemon Herb Schnitzel and Rosemary Mash

Nutritional profile per serving (350 grams):

• 495 calories
• 42 grams of protein
• 23 grams of carbs
• 3.9 grams of fibre

With exceptionally high amounts of protein for a 350 gram serve, the only downside of this meal is that it is relatively low in vegetables and would be a much better meal if served with a side of vegetables.

Strength Meals Co Lemon Herb Chicken chilled meal

Nutritional profile per serving (350 grams):

• 431 calories
• 40 grams of protein
• 28.7 grams of carbs
• 4.7 grams of fibre

With a base of 32 per cent chicken, this is a strong option nutritionally, although somewhat lacking in dietary fibre with carrots and potato the main vegetables.

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