What are a few good vegetarian protein combos?

Question

I have read that eating one plant protein alone is sometimes not sufficient but mixing vegetable proteins is more effective. I'm working my way slowly into being a vegetarian, what are some food combinations I can use? I'm really into different beans and types of rice right now too.

Answer 1

The theory that you need "complete" proteins (like those found in meat) or need to combine different types of proteins in one meal has been disproved.

This theory was based upon the assumption that your body needs all essential amino acids at once in order to build proteins. However, it has since been shown that your body is capable of storing amino acids between meals. As long as you consume a variety of protein sources you will be fine!

Also, you should be aware that protein intake is not usually an issue for a vegetarian or vegan as long as they eat a varied diet.

Beans, nuts, legumes, grains, tofu and more are all fantastic sources of protein!

If you are worried about your protein intake I suggest you take a look at the following website. It lists common plant-based foods and their protein content: http://www.vegparadise.com/protein.html

For more info on the myth of protein combining/complete proteins visit:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protein_com...

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0...

Hope this helped, and best of luck in your journey to vegetarianism :)

Answer 2

carrots and pb!

Answer 3

You don't have two worry about each meal, you can eat a variety of foods over a few days and they can still balance each other out.

Bread, pasta, cereal, rice, beans, peas, lentils, nuts and seed are all great sources of protein.

http://www.veganhealth.org/articles/prot...

Answer 4

Hispanic dishes. Black beans, pinto beans, whatever.

Different types of nuts, peanuts, cashews, pecans.

Mushrooms are a very good source of protein.