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10 Amazing Vegan Proteins You Can Easily Add To  Your Diet

By Shreya Goswami

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While you might think accessing vegan protein sources is difficult, there are plenty available easily across India. These foods are so healthy that they can aid everything from weight loss to a healthy heart. Here are 10 vegan foods you should eat.

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Mushrooms

Brimming with plant proteins, mushrooms are nutrient-dense and have a naturally umami flavour.

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Beans

Kidney beans, black beans, black eyed peas and chickpeas are all packed with protein and minerals.

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Lentils

Also known as dal in India, lentils not only pack a protein punch but also have minerals and fibre.

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Green Peas

Also known as matar, protein-packed green peas are used in a variety of recipes in India.

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Amaranth

Also known as rajgira, amaranth is an ancient grain that’s gluten-free and packed with plant proteins.

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Wild Rice

An ancient Indian grain, wild rice is packed with almost twice the protein as white and brown rice.

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Oats

Packed with proteins, oats are easily available, easy to cook, easy to digest and really good to eat.

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Chia Seeds

Derived from the Salvia hispanica plant, nutrient-dense chia seeds are now widely available in India.

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Nuts & Seeds

Walnuts, almond, cashews, sesame, peanuts, flaxseeds—the nuts and seeds available in India are plenty.

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Vegetables

Broccoli, spinach, asparagus, artichokes, potatoes, sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts contain plenty of protein.

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