By Ranita Ray
Protein is abundant in a chicken egg, which comprises about 6 grams. As eggs have become scarce and expensive in many countries, one can explore vegetarian and vegan alternatives that contain more protein, frequently more than an egg. The top 10 egg substitutes are listed here.
Cheddar cheese has 7 grams of protein per ounce plus minerals, including calcium, zinc, phosphorus, and vitamins A and B12. Eat less or select a low-fat choice.
Paneer—cottage cheese—is a nutritious protein. Its mild taste goes well with many flavours. Nearly 12 grams are in a quarter cup. Use low-fat cottage cheese to avoid fat.
Just two tablespoons of almond butter have 7 grams of protein. Due to its heart-healthy fats, it's a great pre-workout snack.
Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, contain 8 grams of protein every half-cup. Make hummus, salads or thick soups with them. Try chana masala, chana alu, cheela, or crepes.
One cup of green peas provides 25% of your recommended fibre, thiamine, folate, manganese, and vitamins A, C, and K. 160 grams of cooked green peas offer about 9 grams of protein.
THC, the euphoric ingredient in cannabis, is scarce in hemp seeds. They include 9% protein per 30-gram serving and are rich in magnesium, iron, calcium, zinc, and selenium.
Lentils include 18 grams of protein per 198 grams. From mild salads to spiced soups and dals, you may use them. One cup of lentils provides half your daily fibre.
This soy-based protein contains 12-20 grams of protein, iron, and calcium per 100 grams. Tofu absorbs the flavours of whatever it is cooked with.
Roasted and shelled pumpkin seeds contain 8.25 g of protein per ounce. Protein-rich almond butter and pumpkin seeds are wonderful smoothie components.
Each serving contains 7 1/2 grams of protein. It goes well with salads and grain bowls due to its mild taste. It's wonderful when cooked like cereal or popped like popcorn.