Tasty lean protein ideas?

2bfabat50

I can't seem to get enough protein in my daily diet. I eat Greek yogurt, almonds, hummus, edamame, seafood, etc. in addition to some meat for dinner. I'm watching cholesterol and sodium. Any ideas for protein-rich snacks?

MelaniaTrump

How much protein are you trying to get? 200 grams?
Keep in mind that a sedentary woman only needs about 46 grams.
I have 70 grams as my goal.
You can also fill up on fiber - veggies, beans, lentils, barley, oatmeal, etc.

liams987

2bfabat50 wrote: »

I can't seem to get enough protein in my daily diet. I eat Greek yogurt, almonds, hummus, edamame, seafood, etc. in addition to some meat for dinner. I'm watching cholesterol and sodium. Any ideas for protein-rich snacks?

Whey protein ofcourse! Also i put red kidney beans with my chicken for lunch. Even egg whites for breakfast. Everything else i can think of you've mention. What is your protein intake per day anyway?

rosebarnalice

I tend to skimp on the protein, too, and I'm not a yogurt fan. Some of my faves are:
* beans & lentils (I almost always have some in the fridge to add to salads)
* eggs and break free egg product: I have a veggie-loaded break-free omelet 4-5 days a week;
* home-made low sodium pork and beef jerky where I control what's in it
* nuts (but have to watch the fat!)
* lean chicken breast, which I cook in bulk and freeze in individual portions. A "chick stick" in my lunch box will thaw by lunchtime
* avocado
* cheese (again, have to watch the portion size and fat)

ArmyofAdrian

Egg whites, egg beaters, optimu nutrition whey

nixxthirteen

I love turkey pepperettes. And Amooza cheese strings

extra_medium

Egg whites - for the calories it's hard to beat them.

LPflaum

my go tos:
- pre cooked chicken (either prepped ahead, from the deli case, or frozen)
- surimi
- eggs (lots of ppl swear by boiling a dz at the beginning of the week)
- protein shakes
- turkey pepperoni (this may not play well with sodium)
- deli lunch meats

Canuckgirl77

Cheese, beans, seeds, spinach/kale, eggs....these are my go-tos.

KetoneKaren

Premier Protein Shakes. Egg whites. Shellfish.

NaturalNancy

Egg whites and Tofu.

ASKyle

I second premier protein shakes. 160 cals for 30g!

Try having a meat protein with your lunch and dinner. Greek yogurt, eggs, cheese, cottage cheese, bacon, veggie sausage (morningstar brand are tasty), turkey bacon for breakfast. For lunch you could have a sandwhich with turkey, roast beef or tuna etc. Many breads have 4-5g protein per slice so you can add another 10 easily.

Francl27

JanetYellen wrote: »

How much protein are you trying to get? 200 grams?
Keep in mind that a sedentary woman only needs about 46 grams.
I have 70 grams as my goal.
You can also fill up on fiber - veggies, beans, lentils, barley, oatmeal, etc.

Absolutely not true when losing weight. You want more protein so you don't lose as much muscle mass...