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What comes to your mind when you think of high-protein foods? For many people, the answer to that question is meat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are lots of other foods that are good sources of protein, including many plants. In fact, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends a diet rich in plant-based proteins, like beans, peas, nuts, and lentils (1<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, you may wonder if you are eating enough protein. The good news is that many vegetables are good sources of protein. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the highest protein vegetables and how to incorporate them into your diet below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why is Protein Important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Protein is a macronutrient made up of amino acids and has many essential functions in the body. For example, different proteins play a role in maintaining healthy muscles, bones, and skin (2<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve all heard that eating enough protein is important, especially in a plant-based diet. However, many people think they need more protein than they actually do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An average person needs around 7 grams of protein per 20 pounds of body weight (2<\/a>). For example, a person weighing 180 lbs would need about 65 grams of protein daily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not just about how much total protein you are eating; the types of protein in your diet matter. Eating a variety of plant proteins has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer (2<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting the right balance of essential amino acids is also important. These are the building blocks of proteins that we must get from foods. Eating a wide variety of protein sources will ensure you get what you need (2<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top 12 High Protein Vegetables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How do you boost your protein intake with vegetables? Below is a list of the highest protein vegetables ranked from highest to lowest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind, there are other plant sources of protein that are not classified as vegetables, such as nuts, seeds, and whole grains. A balanced diet includes a variety of these food groups to meet your protein needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Edamame<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

9.2 grams of protein in \u00bd cup, cooked.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The number one highest protein vegetable is edamame (also known as soybeans). With over 9 grams of protein per serving, these tasty beans are a plant-protein power pack (3<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Edamame is great for snacking and can be bought frozen for easy preparation. You can also find edamame as a delicious side dish at your favorite sushi restaurant.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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