Dear Davey,
I really don’t like the taste of protein powder, so I’ve been looking at other ways to increase my protein intake. What are some healthy high protein foods that I can include in my diet?
From,
Sammy
It’s no secret that protein powder doesn’t taste great. But it’s important to remember that you’re eating it for other reasons than flavor. It’s fuel for your body.
Having said that, there are certainly plenty of other options for increasing your overall protein intake. Here are a few of the healthier options that I’d recommend:
- Quinoa (24 grams protein / 1 cup, uncooked)
- White beans (47 grams protein / 1 cup, raw)
- Peanut butter (8 grams protein / 2 tablespoons)
- Edamame (17 grams protein / 1 cup, cooked)
- Tofu (20 grams protein / 1 cup)
- Seitan - wheat-meat (18 grams protein / 3 oz serving)
- Dry roasted mixed nuts (14 grams protein / half cup)
- Raw almonds (15 grams / half cup)
- Lentils (18 grams protein / 1 cup, boiled)
- Chicken (43 grams protein / 1 cup, cooked)
- Canned tuna (42 grams protein / 1 can)
- Tilapia (26 grams protein / 100 grams fillet)
- Salmon (20 grams protein / 100 grams fillet)
- Octopus (30 grams protein / 100 gram serving)
- Tuna (30 grams protein / 100 gram fillet)
- Halibut (23 grams protein / 100 gram fillet)
- Turkey breast (34 grams protein / 1 serving)
- Eggs (6 grams protein / 1 egg)
- Plain Greek yogurt (17 grams protein / 1 container)
- Cottage cheese (11 grams protein / 100 gram serving)
If you have any suggestions for protein-packed healthy foods, share them in the comments below!
Love,
Davey
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