What are some sources of protein aside from meat?

Question

I want to start a vegetarian life, but I don't want to change the amount of protein intake I used to consume. In other words, I want to learn how to compensate the protein I've been consuming from meat with vegetarian options.

Answer 1

ok so I am a vegetarian but I just don't eat meat.You can eat beans,eggs,tofu,and yogurt.I also take some kind of vitamins my mom got for me in oreder to get enough protein.I am 15 and I became a vegetarian a year ago and I love it.

-hope i helped=)

Answer 2

good job with wanting to become a vegetarian!

Some good sources of protein are tofu and quinoa. If you don't like the thought of eating tofu, put some (soft) tofu in a smoothie. You'll get lots of protein and it will taste awesome!

Quinoa is a South American grain that has more protein than meat for the same weight, and it's kind of like couscous.

Other good sources are beans, eggs (if you're not vegan) and nuts.

Good luck!

Answer 3

peanuts or peanut butter

mac and cheese

cheese

Answer 4

The following websites lists vegetarian sources of protein

Site which lists different protein sources:

http://www.happycow.net/vegetarian_prote...

Site which lists protein sources and show how you can incorporate the foods into meal plans:

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

Government website for protein info for vegetarians:

http://www.mypyramid.gov/tips_resources/...

Imitation meats are also an option. Here is a comprehensive list:

http://www.vegoftheweek.com/2008/03/22/m...

Answer 5

beans (has more protein than meat), nuts, tofu

www.goveg.com

Answer 6

Protein quality of some fruits ;

91%                Brazil nut

46%                peach  

46%                fig        

32%                coconut

30%                pineapple °

29%                walnut

26%                mandarin

25%                hazelnut

23%                avocado

21%                pear °

12%                watermelon °  

11%                apple  

10%                orange

9%                banana            

  9%                strawberries    

  8%                tomato

read more here http://www.youngerthanyourage.com/13/pro...

Answer 7

Tofu, soy, and a high quality protein powder with either whey or spirulina would make excellent protein substitutes. The protein powders especially would be great because they contain a lot of protein (avg 18-27g.) per serving. Depending on how strict of a diet you want to follow eggs and cottage cheese would also be great sources of protein. I hope this helps!

Answer 8

While just about every vegetarian food contains some protein, the soybean deserves special mention, for it contains all the essential amino acids and surpasses all other food plants in the amount of protein that it can deliver to the human system. In this regard, it is nearly equal to meat. The human body is able to digest 92 percent of the protein found in meat and 91 percent of that found in soybeans.7

The many different and delicious soy products (such as tempeh, soy "hot dogs" and "burgers," Tofutti brand "ice cream," soy milk, and tofu) available in health and grocery stores suggest that the soybean, in its many forms, can accommodate a wide range of tastes.

Note: Some people are "soy intolerant" and would be better off with other sources (below) of protein. Be sure to check with your doctor about getting testing for soy allergies, especially if you don't feel good after eating soy products.



Raw Power Protein

Other rich sources of non-animal protein include legumes, nuts, seeds, yeast, and freshwater algae. Although food yeasts ("nutritional yeast" and "brewer’s yeast") do not lend themselves to forming the center of one's diet, they are extremely nutritious additions to most menus (in soups, gravies, breads, casseroles, and dips). Most yeasts get about 50 percent of their calories from protein.8

Here are some examples of vegetarian foods with high sources of plant protein:

PROTEIN IN LEGUMES: Garbanzo beans, Kidney beans, Lentils, Lima beans, Navy beans, Soybeans, Split peas

PROTEIN IN GRAINS: Barley, Brown rice, Buckwheat, Millet, Oatmeal, Rye, Wheat germ, Wheat, hard red, Wild rice

VEGETABLE PROTEIN: Artichokes, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Green peas, Green pepper, Kale, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Mustard green, Onions, Potatoes, Spinach, Tomatoes, Turnip greens, Watercress, Yams, Zucchini

PROTEIN IN FRUITS: Apple, Banana, Cantaloupe, Grape, Grapefruit, Honeydew melon, Orange, Papaya, Peach, Pear, Pineapple, Strawberry, Tangerine, Watermelon

Hemp Protein  PROTEIN IN NUTS AND SEEDS: Almonds, Cashews, Filberts, Hemp Seeds, Peanuts, Pumpkin seeds, Sesame seeds, Sunflower seeds, Walnuts (black)

One excellent ingredient to look for is hemp seed protein. Hemp seed is an nutritious dietary source of easily digestible gluten-free protein. It provides a well-balanced array of all the amino acids, including 34.6 grams of protein for each 100 grams. The fatty acid profile of the hemp seed is extremely beneficial, containing omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in a virtually ideal ratio. Other beneficial aspects of hemp seed include a strongly favorable unsaturated-to-saturated fat ratio; a high content of antioxidants; and a wide variety of vitamins and minerals.



Additionally, super green foods provide an excellent source of protein (70% in some cases).

Answer 9

beans

Answer 10

Good vegetarian sources of protein include almonds, black beans, cashews, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), fake meats, kidney beans, lentils, lima beans, peanut butter, pinto beans, seitan, soybeans, soymilk, sunflower seeds, textured vegetable protein (TVP), and tofu.

Answer 11

Well, male sperm believe it or not is a fabulous source of protein. I often heard that it'll make your hair shine!

Answer 12

Check out these other answers, and aim to have a little protein at each of your meals and snacks. It adds up.  After some time, have your doctor check your blood levels to see how you're doing.

Answer 13

While there is an exhaustive list of alternate sources of protein already mentioned, it's important to note that on their own they don't provide all the essential amino acids together.

There are two sources of complete proteins: tofu (from soy) and whole grains such as quinoa. By combining legumes, whole grains, and/or nuts with each other, you can still get your complete proteins. For instance, a whole wheat tortilla filled with beans and brown rice would supply a complete protein. On their own, beans would not supply you with all the essential amino acids your body requires.

Answer 14

Nuts ( all of them) , dairy , legumes (especially lentils) , egg.