Best plant-based protein sources
Plant foods with the highest protein density. Hit 0.7g/lb body weight with these options.
Plant proteins are less calorie-dense per gram of protein than animal proteins. These choices maximize protein per calorie among plant foods.
16 top picks
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1. Tempeh
217 kcal · 22.6g P · 4 oz
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2. Tofu (firm)
360 kcal · 42.5g P · 1 block (1 cup)
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3. Edamame
188 kcal · 17.1g P · 1 cup shelled
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4. Lentils (cooked)
230 kcal · 17.8g P · 1 cup cooked
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5. Chickpeas (cooked)
269 kcal · 14.8g P · 1 cup cooked
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6. Black beans (cooked)
227 kcal · 15.3g P · 1 cup cooked
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7. Quinoa (cooked)
222 kcal · 8.1g P · 1 cup cooked
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8. Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
157 kcal · 8.4g P · 1 oz
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9. Almonds (raw)
162 kcal · 5.9g P · 1 oz (~23 nuts)
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10. Pistachios (shelled)
157 kcal · 5.6g P · 1 oz (~49 nuts)
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11. Cashews (raw)
155 kcal · 5g P · 1 oz (~18 nuts)
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12. Walnuts
183 kcal · 4.2g P · 1 oz (7 halves)
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13. Peanut butter
94 kcal · 4g P · 1 tbsp
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14. Oatmeal (cooked)
166 kcal · 5.8g P · 1 cup cooked
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15. Tahini (sesame paste)
89 kcal · 2.5g P · 1 tbsp
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16. Chia seeds
58 kcal · 2g P · 1 tbsp
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