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12 recipes 30–53g protein per serving Best: 9.9g / 100 cal

Tex-Mex cuisine blends bold Mexican-inspired flavors with hearty, protein-packed ingredients that make hitting your macros effortless. Seasoned ground beef, shredded chicken, grilled steak, black beans, and melted cheese are the building blocks of burritos, fajita bowls, enchiladas, and loaded nachos — all naturally high in protein. Traditional Tex-Mex cooking leans on cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and fresh lime to deliver big flavor without relying on heavy sauces or excess fat. The beauty of these Mexican-inspired dishes is their flexibility: swap a flour tortilla for a lettuce wrap, build a burrito bowl instead of a burrito, or load up on extra grilled chicken. These high-protein Tex-Mex recipes deliver 25–50g protein per serving with the smoky, spicy, cheesy flavors you crave.

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