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 The vegan diet has long received criticism for 
its apparent lack of protein. However, many 
plant-based foods contain significant amounts 
of protein. Here is a quick overview of three 
protein-rich vegan foods: 
*Nuts—Long considered a staple of the vegan 
diet, nuts contain as many as 6 grams of 
protein per ounce. Although nut butters, such 
as almond and peanut butter, also contain 
high levels of protein, it is important to find 
natural butters without added sugars or 
hydrogenated oils.
 *Tofu and tempeh—Among the most 
recognizable vegan foods on the market, 
tofu and tempeh contain as much as 20 
grams of protein per half cup, thus making 
them one of the most protein-laden vegan 
foods available. Depending on how you 
cook them, meat substitutes like tofu and 
tempeh fit in with almost any dish. 
*Leafy greens—Dark leafy greens, such as 
kale, spinach, and broccoli, contain 
significant amounts of protein, although not 
as much as nuts or tofu.

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Three Quality Sources of Vegan Protein

  • 1.
  • 2.  The vegan diet has long received criticism for its apparent lack of protein. However, many plant-based foods contain significant amounts of protein. Here is a quick overview of three protein-rich vegan foods: *Nuts—Long considered a staple of the vegan diet, nuts contain as many as 6 grams of protein per ounce. Although nut butters, such as almond and peanut butter, also contain high levels of protein, it is important to find natural butters without added sugars or hydrogenated oils.
  • 3.  *Tofu and tempeh—Among the most recognizable vegan foods on the market, tofu and tempeh contain as much as 20 grams of protein per half cup, thus making them one of the most protein-laden vegan foods available. Depending on how you cook them, meat substitutes like tofu and tempeh fit in with almost any dish. *Leafy greens—Dark leafy greens, such as kale, spinach, and broccoli, contain significant amounts of protein, although not as much as nuts or tofu.