Not everyone likes to eat meat especially those on a vegan or vegetarian diet but all of us need protein. Here are some non-meat food with a lot of protein:
Tofu
Tofu may be seen as boring by most chefs and cooks but tofu is one of the non-meat products with the most protein content, with 10 grams of protein per cup. What is even greater about tofu is it is used as a meat substitute and thus can be eaten for breakfast, snacks, lunch and dinner. Plus, it can be flavored whatever way you want!
Asparagus
The green spears of asparagus have been deemed a delicacy since the ancient times and for good reason! Each stalk is full of protein, folate, B vitamins, copper and potassium (which helps the skeletal and smooth muscles).
Green Peas
For every cup of green peas, you get almost eight grams of protein. It also contains leucine which is important to weight loss and metabolism.
Almonds
Almond is one of the healthiest members of the nut family (at least for those who want to bulk up). For every cup of almonds or every two tablespoons of almond butter, you get at least 7 grams of protein.
Oatmeal
When compared against brown rice, oatmeal has less starch and has more fiber. It also has three times more protein. So this just might be the best breakfast option you have.
Spinach
There is a reason Popeye’s go-to food to strengthen himself is spinach. One of the most versatile vegetables out there (you can put it in salads and even make smoothies from it), each cup of spinach contains five grams of protein.
Peanut Butter
Not only is peanut butter an American classic but it is also perfect for those who are looking for a healthier source of protein. In fact, for every tablespoon of peanut butter, you can already get as much as eight grams of protein. So keep those peanut butter and jelly sandwiches coming!
Black Eyed Peas
The first thing that would pop up in your mind when you hear “black eyed peas” is probably Fergie and will.i.am from the American band of the same name but you should start conditioning yourself to think of it as a protein source too. For every half cup of black eyes peas, you get eight grams of protein. What a bargain, right?
Broccoli
All of us can agree that not everyone is a fan of broccoli but a cup of this often-hated vegetable not only has four grams of protein, but it also has vitamin C and fiber plus 30 percent of your daily calcium needs!
