Since
whole foods are packed with protein, you have millions of great options
to choose from when it comes to balanced diet with the right percentage
of protein. Here are some plants loaded with these basic building
blocks of life to get you started.
Asparagus
Grilled asparagus with a balsamic vinegar
drizzle is enough to make your mouth water. 8 spears of this vegetable
has 3.10 grams of protein that is pretty potent for such a slender
fellow.
Cauliflower
Most of you may not be a big fan of
cauliflower. You may even think how healthy can an off white vegetable
be? But once you start learning about the health benefits of cauliflower
and all its cruciferous plant family members, you will give this veggie
its due respect. One cup cooked equals 2.30 grams of protein and a
truckload of nutrients to reduce the risk for cancer and cardiovascular
disease.
Peanuts
Every child grown up in America has
probably had a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, but it is doubtful
whether you knew how healthy this favorite snack really is. One ounce
which is approximately 29 peanuts dry roasted without salt equals 6.72
grams of protein.
Oats
Oats have gotten a bad reputation over
the years as a breakfast mooch fit for little orphan Oliver or old
school prison inmates, but truly they are a food fit for queens. One
cooked cup has a whopping 6.09 grams of protein along with being a great
source of fiber and helpful for stabilizing blood sugar levels. Enjoy
it in the morning with a bit of banana and cinnamon mixed in –
delicious.
Mung bean sprouts
You may have seen this little bean hiding
sprouted in your fry or perhaps in a fresh wrap, but it has not got
much credence over the years. Most beans are a great source of water
soluble fiber and protein, and while these beans are not at the top of
the bean protein list they make a good source. With a cup containing
3.18 grams, it is high in content but low in calories.
Almonds
This is a wonderful snack to have around
at all times, both for its nutrient density and protein content. Almonds
are at the top of the nut family when it comes to nutrient density that
means they will keep you full longer. With an ounce which is
approximately 25 nuts containing 6.05 grams of protein they are a
wonderful addition to every snack and meal.
Spinach
Everyone knows that spinach is a special
green. From cartoon character to the posh salads you will find in dining
restaurants, spinach has got certain good press and with due reason. A
cup cooked equals to 5.40 grams of protein. It is also filled with a
phytonutrient having anti cancer properties- flavonoids. Spinach is good
for your brain, skin, eyes and bones.
Broccoli
Broccoli has many of the same amazing
compounds as cauliflower that is logical due to the fact that they are
both in the family of cruciferous plant. Some children even enjoying
broccoli simply for the fact that they look like tiny trees. What is
about adults, you can enjoy their impressive nutritional profile. A cup
of chopped broccoli contains 5.8 grams of protein and a heap of child
like enjoyment.
Quinoa
On its own quinoa is a perfect protein
source and the king of all grains. It has the highest amount of protein
content at 18 percent per volume, meaning that a measly quarter of a dry
quinoa cup has 8 grams of protein. If you pair this grain with a couple
of spears of beautiful cauliflower and asparagus, sprouted bean fry and
broccoli, you will have an easy meal with 40 grams of protein.
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