To all my vegan friend...

aqm22

Other than beans and tofu, what food that is vegan with protein in it?

ksumme

Quinoa. I've heard about it for years, and just recently tried it. It is very nice.

Bentley2718

Nuts, seeds, sprouts, whole grains, most vegetables, seitan, soy milk (soy yogurt, etc.), vegan "fake meat," tempeh, protein bars, protein powder.

athensguy

I was curious, so I searched Google:

http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/protein.htm

ksumme

Also don't forget the nut butters, although high in (good) fats.

cjc166

Every plant has protein in it, fruits, vegetables, nuts, etc. Leafy greens and broccoli are particularly high in protein as a percentage of calories, as well as an extremely high micronutrient density. As long as you're eating lots of whole foods plant-based items, you're getting enough protein. Just steer clear from the processed stuff and empty calorie vegan foods.

matafleur

cjc166 said it well. eat a diet rich in vegetables and grains (don't forget about couscous, lentils, etc).

If you're looking for "proteiny" foods, tempeh and seitan and great alternatives to tofu.

aqm22

Huh...Okay, Leafy green veggies. Got it. Then, what's the nutrients that I need to make sure I get if I start doing this vegan thing.

PastryWizKid

peas and lentils have protein

cjc166

Huh...Okay, Leafy green veggies. Got it. Then, what's the nutrients that I need to make sure I get if I start doing this vegan thing.

I highly advise reading "Eat to Live" by Dr. Fuhrman. There are also several other authors that have written good books if Dr Fuhrman's brand of eating is not your thing (he is my favorite, obviously). i.e. Dr. Esselstyn, Rip Esselstyn, Dr. McDougall, Dr. Ornish...