Plant-Based, Protein-Packed Foods
Worried that as a vegetarian or vegan, you won’t get enough protein? With tons of plant-based protein-rich foods available, getting enough protein in your diet is actually a cinch. You might be surprised to learn that protein can be found in a variety of sources, including grains, beans, lentils, nuts and seeds, vegetables, and even fruit! Just take a look at these photos and marvel at all the delicious and nutritious foods that vegetarians and vegans can enjoy:
Quinoa Squash Torta
Quinoa
Serving size: 1/4 cup
Protein: 7 g.
Black-Bean Chili
Black beans
Serving size: 1/2 cup
Protein: 7 g.
Lentil Salad
Lentils
Serving size: 1/4 cup
Protein: 11 g.
Oatmeal With Nuts
Oatmeal
Serving size: 1/4 cup
Protein: 5 g.
Almonds
Serving size: 1/8 cup
Protein: 6 g.
Tofu Fried Rice
Tofu
Serving size: 3 oz.
Protein: 8 g.
Jasmine rice
Serving size: 1 cup
Protein: 4 g.
Tempeh Reuben
Tempeh
Serving size: 3 oz.
Protein: 13 g.
Vegan Chicken
Gardein Chick’n Scallopini
Serving size: 1 piece (2.5 oz.)
Protein: 14 g.
Veggie Burger
Gardein Beefless Burger
Serving Size: 1 burger (115 g.)
Protein: 21 g.
Smoothie With Protein Powder
Vega Berry Flavor Protein Powder
Serving Size: 2 scoops (69 g.)
Protein: 26 g.
Now tell us about your favorite vegan sources of protein and don’t forget to check out PETA’s fabulous recipes!
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