PROTEIN-PACKED SUPERFOODS
TOP 10 VEGETARIAN PROTEIN SOURCES YOU NEED IN YOUR DIET
Lentils
A half-cup of cooked red and green lentils provides 8.84 grams of protein, along with fibre, and crucial nutrients like iron and potassium.
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A half-cup of cooked chickpeas offers about 7.25 grams of protein and can be added to stews and curries or savoured by spreading hummus on your sandwich.
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Peanuts provide nearly 20.5 grams of protein per half-cup. It is also a rich source of healthy fats and may support heart health.
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A half cup of almonds offers 16.5 grams of protein and is also packed with vitamin E, which supports skin and eye health.
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Quinoa is a high-protein grain, offering 8 grams of protein per cooked cup. It is also rich in magnesium, iron, fibre, and manganese.
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Being a complete protein source, chia seeds provide 2 grams of protein per tablespoon.
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Like chia seeds, hemp seeds are a complete protein source, offering 5 grams of protein per tablespoon.
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Combining rice and beans offers complete protein, providing 7 grams of protein per cup.
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A large baked potato provides 8 grams of protein per serving, along with other vital nutrients like potassium and vitamin C.
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Seitan, a protein-rich meat alternative, provides 21 grams of protein per 1/3 cup.
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