Beans, lentils, tofu, tempeh, quinoa, nuts, seeds, and dairy products like cheese and yogurt are excellent vegetarian protein sources.
Examples: Lentils, chickpeas, black beans, kidney beans.
Nutritional Benefits: High in protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals.
Nutritional Benefits: Excellent source of protein, iron, and calcium. Tempeh also provides probiotics.
Nutritional Benefits: Complete protein with all nine essential amino acids, high in fiber, magnesium, and iron.
Examples: Almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, flaxseeds, sunflower seeds.
Nutritional Benefits: Rich in protein, healthy fats, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals.
Nutritional Benefits: High in protein, low in fat, contains minerals like iron and calcium.
Nutritional Benefits: Young soybeans that are rich in protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals.
Examples: Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, cheese, milk.
Nutritional Benefits: Good source of protein, calcium, and probiotics (in yogurt).
Nutritional Benefits: High-quality protein, contains all essential amino acids, rich in vitamins and minerals.
Examples: Brown rice, barley, bulgur, farro.
Nutritional Benefits: Provides protein, fiber, and a range of vitamins and minerals.
Examples: Broccoli, spinach, Brussels sprouts, peas.
Nutritional Benefits: Contains protein along with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
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