The Best Plant-Based Proteins

Quinoa

Quinoa is a complete protein grain that is gluten-free and provides essential amino acids, iron, magnesium, and fiber.

Chickpea

Also known as garbanzo beans, chickpeas are a great source of protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates.

Lentil

High in protein and fiber, lentils are versatile legumes that provide essential nutrients like iron and folate.

Black bean

Black beans provide protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Black beans include antioxidants that protect inflammation, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease.

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Greek yogurt

Protein-rich Greek yogurt provides probiotics, calcium, and vitamin B12. While milk benefits your muscles, Greek yogurt contains the same nutrients and benefits.

Tofu

The versatile protein tofu absorbs flavors from soybeans. Tofu may be used in sweets and savoury dishes since it absorbs flavour.

Tempeh

Greenwood says tempeh is a soy-based protein like tofu. Not to mention that "fermented, which improves digestibility and adds probiotics.

Chia seed

Chia seeds are tiny yet rich in protein, fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants. They have antioxidant, hypotensive, hypoglycemic, and anticholesterolemic properties.

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