I need more protein in my diet I'm vegetarian
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I have decided to be lacto-ovo-vegetarian. Been a couple weeks and going great. Just want some ideas for protein and such. I tried a veggie burger...actually didn't enjoy it due to its texture. I would also like maybe some meat substitute. Please give me some ideas. Thank you
Lupini beans. 1/2 cup = 22 grams of protein.0 -
echmainfit619 wrote: »I'm a steak-pork-chicken-turkey-seafood-vegetarian. I seem to get plenty of protein.
I am a lacto-ovo-vegetarian, and so do I.0 -
Nuts and cheese, but watch out for the fat content, especially in nuts. They are extremely calorie rich.0
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If you are looking for a texture replacement for meat, perhaps try a black bean patty, tofu, or mushrooms. Every once in a while I make a stir-fry with tofu where the vegetables and the tofu are all julienned. It's super easy and the texture is pleasing. I like medium-firm tofu. I'm just discovering mushrooms and I now keep dehydrated shiitake mushrooms on hand when I feel like cooking with them.
Don't forget the beans, lentils, and grains. There's surprises in there. Buckwheat has 13g of protein.0 -
I got tired of store bought veggie burgers esp cause of the soy content in some of them...so i make my own
http://ohsheglows.com/2011/07/13/our-perfect-veggie-burger/0 -
Thank you guys so much!0
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a lot of cheese isn't vegetarian though so be careful because many brands use animal rennet0
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Black beans, lentils, nuts, quinoa.0
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And mushrooms and chick peas.0
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Quinoa. Plant Head protein shakes. Clif bars. Vegetarian refried beans. These are all vegan.0
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I really like VEGA protein powder! It is all plant based and can be mixed into smoothies with kale, banana, berries and some almond milk! Spirulina is also a great source of protein.
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I've been a vegan 3 years now. Don't worry about protein. You don't need nearly as much as you think.
That said, beans, rice, potatoes, and whole wheat are great sources. Look up potatostrong.com0 -
I've been a vegan 3 years now. Don't worry about protein. You don't need nearly as much as you think.
That said, beans, rice, potatoes, and whole wheat are great sources. Look up potatostrong.com
Protein is the most important macronutrient for muscle growth and retention. Many people could probably benefit from more than they get, particularly if active or in a caloric deficit. Rice and potatoes have a pretty low protein content for the calories.0 -
I've been a vegan 3 years now. Don't worry about protein. You don't need nearly as much as you think.
That said, beans, rice, potatoes, and whole wheat are great sources. Look up potatostrong.com
Protein is the most important macronutrient for muscle growth and retention. Many people could probably benefit from more than they get, particularly if active or in a caloric deficit. Rice and potatoes have a pretty low protein content for the calories.
Like look. I'm a soccer player. I'm the goal keeper and need too keep up to my nutrients as well.0
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