Proteins for vegetarian

[physcodbzfan]

Hi All,

First post/thread here and need some advice about protein sources for a vegetarian. I currently consume egg whites, greek yogurt, cottage cheese, whey protein powder and low fat paneer as my protein source. I've tried tofu and tempeh, but i disliked them.

Can anyone suggestion any other proteins that I should try?

Please and thank you!

[dipatel13]

Beans, legumes, quinoa

[desslok]

Basically everything besides meat.

[ErikTheElectric]

^ +1000


There are literally TONS of options when it comes down to getting in protein as a VEGETARIAN (not a vegan).


Google/search function helps.

[Simbahhh]

^^ He's got a good point

[Mt.Hoodlum]

Why is it vegetarians do everything they can to make their food look, smell, and taste like meat?

[muruku]

https://www.drfuhrman.com/content-im...5stmidc00uft3w

Check this link out. Scroll to the bottom if you cbf with the content. Has protein values for various vegetarian options and 2 sample meal plans.

[hectahs]

Why is it vegetarians do everything they can to make their food look, smell, and taste like meat?

You do realise that vegetarians arent vegetarians purely because they dislike the taste/texture/smell of meat right?

[physcodbzfan]

thanks everyone for a the great advice...greatly appreciate it.

[victorsaur]

I'm a strict lacto-vegetarian.

For me, the protein staples are:

Peanut Butter
Milk/Cheese
Beans

These are the primary food options. You can make some awesome soup with a bean base. Garbanzo beans + potatoes + whatever else you want to put into it makes a great soup.

Other great options are:

Whole wheat (bread / spaghetti)
Brown rice
And many others. With this diet I'm able to consistently hit my daily protein goal.

EDIT: Don't forget your fruits and veggies!