Three shrimp lettuce wraps placed on a metal tray.
Sliced chicken placed on top of lettuce on a tray.
Two sandwiches stacked on top of each other.
Soy milk pouring in matcha ice tea.
Warm autumn quinoa salad with baked vegetables (sweet potato, Brussels sprouts), figs, feta cheese and pomegranate, top view.

about

I’m Ana, ex-corporate turned food lover & photographer. I’m so glad you’re here!



My Protein Eats is where we celebrate the art of crafting hearty, wholesome meals with a focus on protein. This website is dedicated to providing protein-rich recipes that fuel your body and are also delicious. I’m working on creating a diverse collection of meats, eggs and hearty plant-based protein sources that cater to various preferences and dietary needs.

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Hey there! I’m Ana, and I make high-protein recipes that actually taste good. No sad, dry chicken here.

I am a mother of two adult sons and wife to one, currently based in the Setubal Portugal, land of fresh foods, amazing seafood and sublime wine.  My husband and I recently moved to Portugal from Phoenix Arizona. I also lived in Sonora Mexico where I was born and raised.

My journey with fitness started in 2008 when I picked up weightlifting. A few years later, in 2011, I took it a step further and competed in a fitness competition—walking away with two first-place wins! But as much as I loved the training and nutrition side of it, the stage wasn’t my thing (shy person problems).

I had the chance to compete at a national level but decided to focus on what I truly enjoy—lifting, eating, and creating food that fuels the body without feeling like a chore.

 

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Cooking has always been a big part of my life, but strength training pushed me to get serious about nutrition. I wanted meals that supported my goals without giving up the flavors I love. That’s what led me to get a Nutrition Certification—science-based, but without all the complicated jargon.

I also run Muy Delish, a Mexican recipes website where I share traditional and modern Mexican dishes.

But here at My Protein Eats, I focus on high-protein meals that are balanced, satisfying, and never boring. Whether you’re into lifting, just want more protein in your meals, or need a break from bland “healthy” food, you’re in the right place.

Thank you for taking the time to visit this site and try my recipes! It means the world to me.

Ana

You can find me on Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest. You can also reach me directly at [email protected]. If you’d like to keep in touch.

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