Meatless Protein Options

One of the reasons that people choose to eat meat is that they believe it is the only way to consume a healthy amount of protein. Fortunately, there are actually several meatless options that can provide protein alternatives.

• Tofu – 10 grams of protein per half cup
• Quinoa – 8.14 grams of protein per one cup
• Lentils – 8.93 grams of protein per half cup
• Chickpeas – 7.27 grams of protein per half cup
• Kidney beans – 15.35 grams of protein per one cup
• Green peas – 8.58 grams of protein per one cup
• Edamame – 9.23 grams of protein per half cup
• Eggs – 6 grams of protein per one large egg
• Tempeh – 16.84 grams of protein per half cup
• Milk (1% fat) – 8.22 grams of protein per one cup
• Almonds (sliced) – 9.73 grams of protein per half cup