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Top 10 Vegetarian Foods That Have More Protein Than Egg

By Tarishi Shrivastava

May 14, 2024

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Eggs are a well-known source of protein but several vegetarian foods are also rich sources of protein. Here's a list of the top 10 vegetarian foods that offer more protein than eggs.

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Tofu

A versatile soy-based product that contains around 10 grams of protein per 100 grams.

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Tempeh

Made from fermented soybeans, tempeh provides approximately 19 grams of protein per 100 grams.

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Seitan

Also known as wheat meat, seitan boasts a remarkable 25 grams of protein per 100 grams.

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Lentils

With around 9 grams of protein per cooked half cup, lentils are a nutritious legume choice.

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Chickpeas 

A staple in many cuisines, chickpeas offer about 8 grams of protein per cooked half cup.

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Edamame

These young soybeans pack around 11 grams of protein per cooked half cup.

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Quinoa

A complete protein source, quinoa contains about 8 grams of protein per cooked cup.

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Greek Yoghurt

A dairy option, Greek yoghurt provides roughly 17 grams of protein per 6-ounce serving.

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Cottage Cheese

Another dairy choice, cottage cheese offers approximately 14 grams of protein per half cup.

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Hemp Seeds 

These seeds deliver about 10 grams of protein per 3 tablespoons and are rich in essential fatty acids.

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