Key Takeaway: Hitting high protein on a plant-based diet requires prioritizing isolated plant proteins (seitan, tempeh, tofu, lupini beans, pea/rice protein isolate) rather than carb-heavy legumes alone.
Top Plant-Based Protein Isolates
- Seitan (Vital Wheat Gluten): 75g protein per 100g (~370 kcal).
- Tempeh: 20g protein per 100g (~190 kcal).
- Lupini Beans: 26g protein per cup with high prebiotic fiber.
- Pea & Rice Protein Isolate: Provides a complete amino acid profile rich in leucine.
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Scientific References & Clinical Studies
- Plant proteins in relation to human protein and amino acid nutrition — Am J Clin Nutr, 1994
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