By Bornika Das
January 19, 2024
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Whenever people talk of protein sources, various meats come to mind. Protein isn’t completely restricted to animal-based products. There are many plant-based foods that are rich in protein. Take a look at some of them:
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Soyabeans consist of high amount of protein. Other beans black beans, green peas, lima beans, chickpeas and kidney beans are also good source of protein.
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Lentils and dal are a staple of every household. Increase the intake of lentils like moong and urad to increase the protein intake.
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Apart from being rich source of carbohydrate, grains are a popular source of protein. Oats, barley, amaranth, quinoa and millets are an excellent source of protein.
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Seeds of pumpkin, sunflower, and hemp are a good source of protein and can be consumed with other food items.
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Peanuts are a protein rich source that can be relished. Almonds and pistachios are also great when it comes to snacking extra protein.
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It is a rich source of protein and is also considered an alternative to paneer. Tofu can be added to curries or consumed with sautéed vegetables.
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