Non meat protein

[mandyjdc]

I don't know if it's because I've been eating so much chicken, eggs, turkey, etc. ,but I'm finding I just can't take the smell, taste, consistency anymore.

So I've had to add another protein shake to my daily diet because those foods make me nauseous now.

Are there other foods people eat that have protein that isn't meat? I guess I'm looking for higher protein vegetarian options.

TIA

[AnnieG]

I am not a vegan, but my children went through phases and we made sure to do combining with vegan foods; otherwise its an incomplete protein. An example would be beans and cornbread, or beans and cheese, or brown rice with beans or cheese. This link may help, but please discuss your ideas with your particular doctor. It's important that you keep a balance in your metabolism
https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-get...n-diet-3376935

[mandyjdc]

Thanks, Annie!!

[Marsh17]

Here are the top non-animal proteins:
TEMPEH - 1 cup =41 grams
Seitan - 3oz = 31 grams
Soybeans 1 cup = 21 grams
Lentils 1 cup = 18 grams
Black Beans 1 cup = 15 grams
Kidney Beans 1 cup = 13 grams
Chickpeas 1 cup = 12 grams
Baked Beans 1 cup =12 grams
Firm tofu 1 cup = 11 grams
Quinoa 1 cup = 9 grams

You may also want to try some kind of veggie burger and see what the protein amount is in them. What about fish? Sushi? Hope this info helps.

[DHB]

I have been making lots of lentil dishes, including some where I mix in chicken. Depending on the seasonings, the flavor is really different.

[Christie13]

Nuts, cheese, and nuts. As for veggies, peas, spinach, kale, broccoli, sprouts, mushrooms, brussel sprouts, artichokes, asparagus, corn....