Protein....Vegetarian!?!???

Question

I am a vegetarian i dont no how to get more protein. I only like 2 kinda of fish.(that i have tried)what can i do to get more protein??

Answer 1

Protein-rich plant-based foods: Soybeans, Split Peas, Kidney Beans, Dried Whole Peas, Lima Beans, Black-Eyed Peas, Black Beans, Lentils, Navy Beans, Wheatgerm, Garbanzo Beans, Chick Peas, Amaranth, Quinoa, All Peas, Corn, Millet, Oats, and Wheat.
Sample protein-rich meal combinations: Black bean tacos, burritos,
tostadas, tofuLentils & rice
Peanut butter & whole wheat bread
Hummus & sesame paste
Split pea soup & sesame crackers
Boca Burgers, Garden Burgers, Power Dream (Soy Energy Drink)
Here is my favorite protein loaded ?nut mix.? Have one to two small handfuls a day. This mix also provides a perfect blend of essential fatty acids (EFA):
1 Cup Almonds
1 Cup Walnuts
1 Cup Pumpkin Seeds
1/2 Cup Sunflower Seeds
1/2 Cup Peanuts
1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries or Apricots

Answer 2

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Answer 3

First of all, you're not a vegetarian if you eat fish. Second, you can get plenty of proteins from soy and soy-based foods, tofu, seitan, beans, some kinds of seeds... actually, pretty much all foods have proteins, although in different qualities and quantities, you just have to eat a good variety of foods to get as much as you need. Don't stress over it. I'm sure you're worried because so many people say that you don't get enough proteins if you don't eat animals, but simply put, people who say that have no idea what they're talking about, they're simply going with the common misconception and word of mouth. Ask any unbiased nutritionist. What you should pay attention to is how to get your vitamin B12, because that's pretty much the hardest nutrient for a vegetarian to get... or it would be if there weren't so many cereals, chocolates and juices that are enriched with it. Take care.

Answer 4

Do you like tuna? That has tons of protein. But I am a vegetarian, so I face this problem too. I ended up buying protein shake mix. I just add one scoop to 5 oz of water and I get 27 grams of protein. That is over half of my reccommended daily amount.

Go to this website and you can see what a lot of different foods offer in the way of protein. Hope this helped!

http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/protein.htm

Answer 5

You are not a vegetarian if you eat fish. Regardless of that, protein is in everything. I'm a Lacto-Ovo vegetarian and I get the bulk of mine from soya products and whole grain, eggs and cheese. Other sources include nuts, beans etc.

Answer 6

Peanut butter. Vegetarian baked beans. Because you eat fish, I will assume you eat eggs and dairy and they are fine sources of protein. Fish is not considered vegetarian (they have a face).

Answer 7

The obvious (you already know) is peanut butter. Try to eat more beans and maybe take a vitamin supplement. I'm guessing. I also think tofu has a lot of protein. I would suggest to read the labels.

Answer 8

Peanut Butter

Answer 9

Good for you! When I became Vegetarian, it was painfully obvious that I knew more about sources of vitamins, minerals and proteins than my doctor .. they just don't give enough attention to this in med school!

Okay, I buy Morningstar Farms Grillers. The Original griller style (they come in a variety of flavors) has 15g of protein in each burger. To me they taste better than regular burgers.

Answer 10

Hey, im a vegetarian too! You can get more protein from any kind of nuts(cashews, peanuts, etc), peanut butter, beans, and eggs.