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8 vegetarian foods with more protein than eggs | Times of India

May 13, 2024

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8 vegetarian foods with more protein than eggs

Importance of protein

It is said that proteins are vital macro-molecules that play a key role in muscle growth and repair, enzyme functioning, hormones, and betterment of the immune system.

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​Egg and its protein content​

100 gms of eggs contain 13 grams of protein. And if you are looking for a rich source of protein and that too vegetarian, take a look at these options.

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​Chickpeas​

From boiled to roasted, they can be enjoyed in any form and as per experts, 100 grams of cooked chickpeas contain 19 gms of protein.

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​Almonds​

100 grams of almonds contain around 21-22 grams of protein.

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​Pumpkin Seeds​

As per experts 100 gms of pumpkin seeds contain 19 gms of protein.

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​Chana Dal​

100 grams of chana dal offers around 19 grams of protein, which is way more than eggs.

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​Peanuts​

They are rich in protein and carbohydrates, and one serving of 100 gms contains 26 gms of protein.

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​Cottage Cheese​

Cottage cheese is packed with essential nutrients and is high in protein. 100 grams of paneer or cottage cheese provides 25 grams of protein, which is more than eggs.

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​Almond Butter​

Almond butter is healthier than peanut butter as it contains more vitamins and minerals. It is said to have 21 grams of protein per 100 gms.

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​Soybean​

100 grams of uncooked soybean offers around 36 grams of protein.

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