protein for vegetarians

jamiem1102

Lentils, Tofu, and Beans.

ashumeow

I've been a vegetarian for over a decade. I would consider myself mostly vegan these days meaning I don't eat meat or animal bi- products( eggs, milk, cheese, ect). I have been looking for a way to add more protein into my diet with out overdoing it on the soy, or having all the added fat from nuts. I am considering a protein powder but I'm not sure what to look for, any advice would be great

green mung beans has high protein... make a veggie salad which also gives some moderate amount of protein and fiber. also peanuts have good amount of protein.

veganfoodie

Remember that protein is in everything. Kale and broccoli are especially good sources of protein as is the staple tofu and tempeh. If you chart your foods with MFP, you'll notice your protein intake is easily met without even trying. I'm trying to increase my fat consumption which is harder on a vegan diet. Good luck!

cHaRlIe0411

This recipe!

http://www.sproutedkitchen.com/home/2011/12/29/lentil-meatballs-in-lemon-pesto.html

I don't just use it as meatballs, either. I shaped it into a hamburger bun today!

AlayshaJ

Textured vegetable protein.

veganfoodie

you're so right on. i never worry about my protein intake. i don't add supplements to my foods either. protein is in EVERYTHING.

kgeldreich

quinoa, beans, lentils, split peas, tempeh, hemp milk/protein powder

almc170

In the interest of responding to the OP, I would suggest Now Sports Pea Protein. One scoop=28g protein/130 cals. Virtually flavorless, but the texture is a little funky.

Iron_warrior33

Textured vegetable protein.

That's actually been proven not to be so healthy.

http://www.naturalnews.com/019400_soy_products_protein.html
http://www.savvyvegetarian.com/articles/textured-vegetable-protein.php
http://www.livestrong.com/article/533503-problems-with-textured-vegetable-protein/
http://www.livestrong.com/article/542141-what-are-the-dangers-of-texturized-vegetable-protein-tvp/

sjohnny

Remember that protein is in everything. Kale and broccoli are especially good sources of protein as is the staple tofu and tempeh. If you chart your foods with MFP, you'll notice your protein intake is easily met without even trying. I'm trying to increase my fat consumption which is harder on a vegan diet. Good luck!

When I'm having trouble meeting my protein needs I grab a big handful of iceberg lettuce and three almonds. I'm pretty sure that's what Ronnie Coleman ate at every meal.

veganbaum

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Rocbola

Where do you get adequate fats from in your diet?

Plants.

sjohnny

Where do you get adequate fats from in your diet?

Plants.

Yeah, kale and red leaf lettuce are wonderful sources of fat.

ironanimal

Where do you get adequate fats from in your diet?

Plants.

I got that you're a vegan. Care to expand on that?

Dave198lbs

Where do you get adequate fats from in your diet?

nuts- almonds, peanuts, cashews

avocados

olives and olive oil

coconuts

marsbarsx0

I use Ultimate Nutrition Wheat Protein Isolate (vanilla creme flavour). It's vegan and delicious.

DesireeLovesOrganic

pepitas, I forgot about those, love them!

shnoots

I use MLO Brown Rice Protein Powder.
It's vegan, supplies 15g protein per serving, 110 calories, 2g fiber, and 20% iron.
There are better fortified options out there, but they're expensive and I don't really need the additional nutrients.
You can get it at Kroger in the health food section.

daffodilsoup

Where do you get adequate fats from in your diet?

Avocados, nuts, coconut oil, peanut butter. Oh god peanut butter.