Protein Newbie in need of advice

PlunderBunneh

Hi!
I'm trying to switch up my diet a bit and try to put more emphasis on protein. I'm not a big meat eater (very occasional red meat, little bit of ham, little bit of chicken) and try as I may, I just don't like nuts. I tried greek yogurt, didn't like it at all, but I'll try it again if it's really that big of a help.
Can you point me in the right direction? Some helpful hints? Thanks a bunch!

123456654321

Matcha, Oatmeal, eggs/egg whites...if you don't like the Greek yogurt you could always make shakes and add the yogurt to the shake (that way you can't really taste it. Speaking of shakes...you could always go this: http://www.amazon.com/Garden-of-Life-RAW-Protein/dp/B0031JK96C route.

PBJunkie

Eggs...cheap and contains a lot of protein and good fat as well as selenium that helps with skin and nails.
Also you can supplement with a whey protein shake.

jbdowns35

Tuna, low fat cottage cheese, eggs.

randa_behnam

eggs eggs eggs

also organic peanut butter but watch the fat content....turkey.....i think tofu.......

PBJunkie

eggs eggs eggs

also organic peanut butter but watch the fat content....turkey.....i think tofu.......

Peanut butter is also a great source, just make sure it doesn't contain hydrogenated fat...you will normally see oil in the organic one.

russelljclarke

Beans, Fish, Dairy, Tofu, Lentils, Quinoa, Seeds etc

OliveBruises

Beans, Fish, Dairy, Tofu, Lentils, Quinoa, Seeds etc

Yes! I was going to highly recommend Quinoa! It is a great source of protein (amongst other things). Plus, I usually make it with things such as tomatoes, roasted red peppers, olives, light feta cheese, artichokes... and add balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and seasonings. Soooo good! If you added chick peas to it you would get even more protein in your meal!

jess213tx

egg whites, beans, peanut butter, cottage cheese, soy beans (edamame) it all works. I also supplement my protein intake with Think Thin protein bars (not a fan of protein shakes).

For breakfast, I like to cook 4 egg whites, mix in some salsa and 1/8 cup of reduced fat cheese. You can eat it with a wheat tortilla or some peanut butter toast, and Voila!, you have a high protein breakfast.