8 Protein-Astonishing Superfoods

Egg

"One big egg has 6 grams of high-quality protein and 78 calories, keeping you full.

Pistachio

Manaker calls pistachios a protein superfood. "These nuts provide protein, antioxidants, fiber, and phytonutrients."

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Lean beef

Manaker adds lean beef is a good source of zinc and iron, which many people don't get enough of. "Lean beef protein is highly absorbable, too."

Lentil

This high-protein superfood isn't filling, but its fiber content aids digestion. Lentils are low in salt, saturated fat, and polyphenols, which studies link to antioxidant activity.

Salmon

Salmon provides high-quality protein, healthy fats, and minerals.

Black bean

Beans provide protein and superfoods. They boost heart health with fiber and potassium. Black beans contain antioxidant-rich anthocyanins.

Kamut

This buttery, nutty grain is not only high in protein, but also selenium, amino acids, and vitamin E.

Chickpea

This protein-packed superfood provides folate, fiber, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and many other vitamins and minerals. 

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