{"id":3617,"date":"2022-10-10T15:16:55","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T09:46:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.myhealthvectors.com\/?p=3617"},"modified":"2025-03-20T16:47:25","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T11:17:25","slug":"delicious-high-protein-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/delicious-high-protein-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"Delicious high protein foods"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Protein makes up the building blocks of organs, muscles, skin, and hormones.
Your body needs protein to maintain and\u00a0repair tissues. Meanwhile, children need it\u00a0for growth.\u00a0
Studies show that eating protein can also\u00a0help you lose weight and belly fat while\u00a0increasing your muscle mass and strength.
Here is a list of 15 delicious foods that are\u00a0high in protein.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Eggs <\/strong>
Whole eggs\u00a0are among the healthiest and most\u00a0nutritious foods available.\u00a0
They\u2019re an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, healthy\u00a0fats, eye-protecting antioxidants, and brain nutrients that\u00a0you need.\u00a0
Whole eggs are high in protein, but egg whites\u00a0are\u00a0almost pure protein.
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One large egg has 6 grams of protein\u00a0and 78 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Chicken breast <\/strong>
Chicken breast is one of the most popular protein-rich\u00a0foods.\u00a0
If you eat it\u00a0without the skin, most of its calories come\u00a0from protein.\u00a0
Chicken breast is also very easy to cook and versatile. It\u00a0can taste delicious in a wide range of dishes.
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One roasted chicken breast without\u00a0skin contains 53 grams and only 284 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Lean beef <\/strong>
Lean beef is high in protein, as well as\u00a0highly\u00a0bioavailable iron, vitamin B12, and large amounts of\u00a0other vital\u00a0nutrients.\u00a0
Protein content:\u00a0<\/strong>A 85-gram serving of lean sirloin steak contains 25 grams of protein and 186 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Tuna\/ Mackerel<\/strong>
Tuna is a popular type of\u00a0fish. You can eat it hot in a\u00a0range of baked dishes or cold in\u00a0salads.\u00a0
It\u2019s low in fat and calories but a rich source of\u00a0protein.\u00a0
Like other fish, tuna is a good source of various\u00a0nutrients and contains\u00a0omega-3\u00a0fats.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One can (142 grams) contains 27\u00a0grams of protein and only 128\u00a0calories<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Oats<\/strong>
Oats are among the\u00a0healthiest grains available.\u00a0
They provide healthy fibers, magnesium, manganese,\u00a0thiamine (vitamin B1), and several other nutrients.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One cup of oats has 11 grams and\u00a0307 calories.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Cottage cheese\/ Paneer <\/strong>
Cottage cheese\u00a0is a type of cheese that is low in fat and\u00a0calories.\u00a0
It\u2019s rich in calcium, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B12,\u00a0riboflavin (vitamin B2), and various other nutrients.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One cup (226 grams) of low-fat\u00a0cottage cheese contains 28 grams of protein and 163\u00a0calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Almonds <\/strong>
Almonds\u00a0are a popular type of tree nut.\u00a0
They are rich in essential nutrients, including fiber,\u00a0vitamin E, manganese, and magnesium.
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a06 grams and 164 calories per 28g\u00a0serving.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Fish (all types) <\/strong>
Fish is healthy for\u00a0various reasons.\u00a0It\u2019s rich in essential\u00a0nutrients.\u00a0
Some types are high in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty\u00a0acids.
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0Salmon contains 19 grams per 85-\u00a0gram serving and only 175 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Shrimp<\/strong>
Shrimp is\u00a0low in calories but high in various nutrients,\u00a0including selenium and vitamin B12.\u00a0
Like fish, shrimp contains omega-3 fatty acids.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0 A 85-gram serving contains 20 grams\u00a0and only 84 calories.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Greek yogurt <\/strong>
Greek yogurt, also called strained yogurt, is a very thick\u00a0type of yogurt.
It pairs well with sweet and savory dishes. It has a\u00a0creamy texture and is high in many nutrients.\u00a0
When buying Greek yogurt, opt for one without added\u00a0sugar.\u00a0
Full fat Greek yogurt is also high in protein but\u00a0contains more calories.
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0170-gram container has 17 grams of\u00a0protein and only 100 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Milk <\/strong>
Milk\u00a0contains a little of nearly every nutrient that your\u00a0body\u00a0needs.\u00a0
It\u2019s a good source of high-quality protein, and it\u2019s high\u00a0in calcium, phosphorus, and riboflavin (vitamin B2).\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One cup of whole milk contains 8\u00a0grams of protein and 149 calories. One cup of soy milk\u00a0contains 6.3 grams of protein and 105\u00a0calories<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Broccoli <\/strong>
Broccoli\u00a0is a healthy vegetable that provides vitamin C,\u00a0vitamin K, fiber, and potassium.\u00a0
It also provides bioactive nutrients that may help\u00a0protect against cancer.
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One cup (96 grams) of chopped\u00a0broccoli has 3 grams of protein and only 31 calories.
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Quinoa<\/strong>
Quinoa is a popular pseudo-cereal that many consider\u00a0a superfood.\u00a0
It\u2019s rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants.\u00a0
Quinoa has numerous\u00a0health benefits.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0One cup (185 grams) of cooked quinoa\u00a0has 8 grams and 222 calories.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Whey protein supplements <\/strong>
When you\u2019re pressed for time and unable to cook,\u00a0a\u00a0protein supplement\u00a0can come in handy.\u00a0
Whey protein\u00a0is a high-quality protein from dairy foods\u00a0that can help build muscle mass.\u00a0
It may also aid weight loss.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0Varies between brands. One serving\u00a0may contain 20-50g protein.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Lentils <\/strong>
Lentils\u00a0are high in fiber, magnesium, potassium, iron,\u00a0folate, copper, manganese, and various other nutrients.
Lentils are among the world\u2019s best sources of\u00a0plant-based protein, and they\u2019re an excellent choice for\u00a0vegetarians and vegans.\u00a0
Protein content:\u00a0<\/strong>One cup (198 grams) of boiled lentils\u00a0contains 18 grams and 230 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Pumpkin seeds <\/strong>
Pumpkin seeds\u00a0incredibly high in many nutrients,\u00a0including iron, magnesium, and zinc.\u00a0
Protein content:\u00a0<\/strong>28 grams has 9 grams of protein and\u00a0158 calories.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Brussels sprouts <\/strong>
Brussels sprouts\u00a0are another high protein vegetable\u00a0related to broccoli.\u00a0They\u2019re high in fiber, vitamin C, and\u00a0other nutrients.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0A 78 grams serving contains 2 grams of\u00a0protein and 28 calories.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Peanuts <\/strong>
Peanuts are high in protein, fiber, and magnesium.\u00a0Studies\u00a0show that they can help you lose weight.\u00a0Peanut butter\u00a0is\u00a0also high in protein, but it can likewise be high in calories.\u00a0Therefore, you should eat it in moderation.\u00a0
Protein content:<\/strong>\u00a0A 28 grams serving contains 7 grams and\u00a0161 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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Protein makes up the building blocks of organs, muscles, skin, and hormones. Your body needs protein to maintain and\u00a0repair tissues. Meanwhile, children need it\u00a0for growth.\u00a0 Studies show that eating protein can also\u00a0help you lose weight and belly fat while\u00a0increasing your muscle mass and strength. Here is a list of 15 delicious foods that are\u00a0high in […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":4675,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3617","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3617","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3617"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3617\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6424,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3617\/revisions\/6424"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4675"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3617"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3617"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.healthvectors.ai\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3617"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}