One thing that we’ve noticed for those who have switched to a vegetarian or vegan diet is that sometimes they are sorely lacking when it comes to the protein department. Protein is a must to feeling full, overall good health, and getting strong and lean, versus just a skinny fat. If you’re having problems hitting your daily protein goal, try adding some of these items into your meals or snack times.
Don’t know what your protein intake should be? For the average women, it is about 45-55 grams of protein a day, but to get an accurate number, click over to Health.com to calculate.
1 Egg = 6 Grams of Protein
Eggs are an easy way to get in some needed protein. Poach them, scramble, them, hard boil them, however you wish. Try them in a breakfast taco or chop them up over a healthy salad. You can even keep a bunch hard boiled in the fridge so that you can grab and eat them as quick snack
Oikos Triple Zero = 15 Grams of Protein
This yogurt has an amazing, 15 grams of protein! The texture is velvety and mousse-like. It doesn’t have any fat or artificial sweeteners. This is one yogurt that you will actually enjoy eating.
1 Cup Edamame = 17 Grams of Protein
Edamame is a great snack or side dish. It is portable and can be brought to the office. At home, sit down in front of your favorite show with a bowl of it and it will be gone in no time! You won’t even miss chips. Get the ones in the shell that are tossed with a bit of salt. The act of pushing them out with your teeth is very satisfying for some reason.
2 TBS Peanut Butter = 8 Grams of Protein
We would say to spread it on sprouted bread for even more protein, but we have a feeling that you might just want to eat it off a spoon like we do. Sometimes it just really hits the spot.
Protein Shake = 10-40 Grams of Protein
Protein shakes are a lifesaver if you find that you can’t meet your daily requirements. One bottle of it can have up to 40+ grams of protein. If you find that you just need to patch up just some of your daily requirements, drink a third or a half of a bottle if you don’t want to drink the whole thing.
