Best source of protein for vegetarians?

Question

I am a vegetarian and am looking for a good source of protein to eat on a daily basis...what is the healthiest and quickest?

Answer 1

Hi Mandy, there are lots of good vegetarian sources of protein. One of the best sources are Hemp Seeds, which can be added to salads, or taken as a protein powder.
Although tofu and soy products may contain protein, many people are "soy intolerant" and may have an allergy to soy/ tofu, so go easy on it and see how you feel.
There's more info on sources of vegetarian protein here:
http://www.happycow.net/vegetarian_protein.html
Also consider chlorella or spirulina which are wholefoods containing everything you need to stay healthy.

For a good laugh and reality check, see: http://www.happycow.net/humor_images/protein.gif

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I decided to add more protein to my diet because it helps cut cravings for sweets and helps me think more clearly. I also wanted to keep calories to a minimum. I had to do a little research. I basically walked around a health food store and a regular grocery store. The non-meat foods that I've added to my diet: cottage cheese 1%, low fat string cheese, sometimes balance bars/protein bars with calories of 190/180 or lower with a high protein content-19 Gm and with low fat and low carbs, Advantage carb control protein drinks, fit and light yogurt, 1 % milk and other dairy products. Also, you might try to find an egg style that might be enjoyable to you and beans and nuts that you might like. You can also take a protein food and combine it with a complex carb giving you a total protein. You might have to be a little creative; try and keep an open mind. Hope all works out for you!

Answer 4

The best source of protein for a vegetarian is any type of beans. Lentils, mung beans, chickpeas (garbanzo beans), split peas, black eyed peas, etc. These are all great sources of protein, another great source is tofu and soy. You can find all of these at any local Asian store or even Indian store. The tofu and soy are affordable at any local grocery store too. I love the new Progressive soup line of Lentil soup and split pea soup. Check them out. I usually make white or brown rice and pour that over it. It's delicious and has a lot of protein! I hope this helped.

Answer 5

Almost every food has protein. As long as you follow the recommended RDA of certain foods, you will be fine. Google the vegetarian food pyramid for ideas.

Whole grains are a great source and my favorite way to get protein.

Answer 6

Qualitatively "Best" Protein(Caesin) can only come from Milk for Vegetarians.There is no killing of animals involved.It gives High P.E.R value.All Vegetable proteins like Gluten,Gliadin,Orhizin and from lentils,vegetables etc lack one or more Essential Amino Acids and the Amino acids are not properly (Harper's Amino Acid imbalance.) balanced and hampers the Protein bio-synthesis.I am from a Lacto-Vegetarian family for the Past > 2000years.

Answer 7

Milk
Soy Milk
Eggs
Cheese
Yogurt
Peanut Butter
Beans, Tofu, Lentils, and other Legumes
Grains, including bread and pasta
Nuts and Seeds

Answer 8

I'm a vegetarian and I eat vegie-burgers like BOCA, Morning Star Farm, and Amy's..

They're a good source of protein for vegetarians and vegans..
also try lenils and nuts..

Answer 9

Best and complete protein source would come from a proper mixture of grains and beans.

Answer 10

I think soy beans are the only vegetable that are a very good source of protein...and it's not meat.