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Protein is everywhere these days, isn’t it? I really had to laugh the first time I saw protein Pop-tarts. I like Pop-tarts as much as the next person, but if I’m looking for a good source of protein, that’s probably not going to be my main source. There is protein popcorn, protein candy, and even protein water! The truth is, we do need protein, and it’s an important macronutrient, but you’re better off looking for sources of protein that actually have a high amount of protein in one serving.
There is an easy way to figure out if a food really is “high protein.” Take a look at the nutrition information, such as on these Built Protein Bars.
The label says each bar has 17g of protein, and each bar is 150 calories. Take the number of grams of protein and put a 0 at the end—in this case, that makes 170. If that number is higher than the calories, then it’s a good source of protein! There are many bars that claim to be “protein” bars that have 10 or 12g of protein but are 200 calories or more. You’re better off just eating a bunch of slices of deli meat turkey!
Sam’s Club does have a lot of great options that meet this criteria of being high protein. Here are some of my favorites.
Best High Protein Foods & Snacks at Sam’s Club
Member’s Mark Light String Cheese 36 ct., $7.46
Go Snacks Toppers Fully Cooked Chicken Breast Bites 4 pk., $9.48
Godshall’s Uncured Turkey Bacon 40 oz., $13.87
Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast Original Strips, Frozen, 3 lbs., $15.87
Safe Catch Tuna Burger, Frozen, 24 oz, 6 ct., $12.96
Member’s Mark Skinless and Boneless Atlantic Salmon Fillet Portions, Frozen, 2.5 lbs., $24.94
Chobani 20G Protein Lowfat Greek Yogurt Drink, Variety Pack, 10 fl. oz., 12 ct., $21.57
Old Wisconsin Turkey Snack Sticks 32 oz., $14.56
Jimmy Dean Fully Cooked Turkey Sausage Patties 24 ct., $9.94
StarKist Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water, 5 oz., 8 pk., $10.58
Jack Link’s Beef Jerky, Variety Pack, 1.25 oz., 9 pk., $17.98
Jack Link’s Original Tender Style Beef Steak, 15 pk., $15.98
Member’s Mark Jalapeño Grassfed Beef Sticks, 1 oz., 12 pk., $10.98
Chomps Original Beef Sticks, 1.15 oz., 12 pk., $18.98
Member’s Mark Beef Steak Strips, 12 oz., $11.98
Archer Oven-Roasted Chicken Mini Sticks, 0.5 oz., 24 ct., $14.42
Archer Original Mini Beef Sticks, 0.5 oz, 24 pk., $15.42
Quest Protein Bar Variety Pack, Gluten Free, 14 ct., $27.68
Pure Protein Bars Gluten Free, Chocolate Variety Pack 23 ct., $27.98
Premier Protein 30g High Protein Shake, Pumpkin Spice 11 fl. oz., 15 pk., $26.64
Jack Link’s Savory Herb Mini Turkey Stick, 0.5 oz., 24 pk., $13.98
Remember that just because these items are high protein doesn’t mean they are cheap! If you’re trying to get the best protein bang for your buck, see my post where I compare the cost of high protein foods.
