Where my vegetarians at? SAVE this post – I’m about to tell you the best protein sources for vegetarians.
You do NOT need to eat meat to get enough protein to build muscle mass and maintain a strong lean physique.
Here’s your top 10 vegetarian protein sources. Tag a vegetarian friend who needs this info!
1. Eggs – whole eggs are an amazing source of protein, and egg whites are useful if you need more protein and less fat
2. Dairy – go for high protein sources like quark, cottage cheese, and real Greek yoghurt
3. Tofu – great for savoury recipes or you can even blend it into a pudding
4. Beans – dried or canned beans including cannellini beans, kidney beans, chickpeas are low-fat high protein sources
5. Lentils – all types of lentils are high in protein and fibre and low in fat (and really versatile)
6. Quorn products – good for a quick meal or snack that’s high in non-animal protein
7. Soy (edamame) beans – keep a bag in the freezer and add to recipes, salads, or blend to make a dip
8. Wholegrains – eat a variety of wholegrains including quinoa, buckwheat and wild rice (they are a carb source but have a decent amount of protein)
9. Nuts and seeds – all nuts and seeds contain protein, so eat a wide variety but always account for the fats
10. Plant-based protein powder – lots of quality vegetarian-friendly protein powders on the market these days, including hemp, brown rice, pea or a blend
Don’t forget – non-animal protein is usually lacking some amino acids, so make sure you eat a varied diet across the day/week to cover your bases.
Give me a shout if you’re a vegetarian or vegan – my in-person and online coaching is totally personalised.
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