Protein List

[Skippy123]

Hi I thought it would be nice to make a list high in protein foods. I am trying hard to not eat as many carbs (I am such a bread lover).

Chicken breast, 3.5 oz - 30 grams protein
Tuna, 6 oz can - 40 grams of protein
Most cuts of beef – 7 grams of protein per ounce
Canadian-style bacon (back bacon), slice – 5 – 6grams
Egg, large - 6 grams protein
Milk, 1 cup - 8 grams
Cottage cheese, ½ cup - 15 grams
Yogurt, 1 cup – usually 8-12 grams, check label
Soft cheeses (Mozzarella, Brie, Camembert) – 6 grams per oz
Medium cheeses (Cheddar, Swiss) – 7 or 8 grams per oz
Hard cheeses (Parmesan) – 10 grams per oz
Peanut butter, 2 Tablespoons - 8 grams protein
Almonds, ¼ cup – 8 grams
Peanuts, ¼ cup – 9 grams
Most beans (black, pinto, lentils, etc) about 7-10 grams protein per half cup of cooked beans

 

[katebar]

Quinoa is known for its high protein content, but there''s a lot more to this almost-grain than that! Quinoa is:

higher in protein than any other grain: quinoa is 16% protein compared to 7.5% in rice, 10% in millet and 14% from wheat (1)
contains all of the essential amino acids, making it a "complete protein," unlike true grains
a good source of dietary fiber
rich in E and B vitamins
high in minerals including calcium, iron, copper, phosphorus, magnesium and manganese
Cashew nuts 20g
Whey protein

 

[Skippy123]

Thank you Katebar and San Diego Lady!!! Wow, 20 grams of protein in cashews; awesome!

 

[Linda W]

Skippy,


Thank you so much for posting this list. It is really helpful.

Linda

 

[iluvcarats]

I''m going to add:
Dry roasted edamame 1oz =14g protein and only 4g fat
Boca burgers - I think they have 14 g protein
Zone bars 14 g protein

 

[Skippy123]

Date: 8/23/2008 2:46:49 PM
Author: iluvcarats
I''m going to add:
Dry roasted edamame 1oz =14g protein and only 4g fat
Boca burgers - I think they have 14 g protein
Zone bars 14 g protein

Feel free to add to this list!!! Thank you iluvcarats!

 

[katebar]

Date: 8/23/2008 11:08:23 AM
Author: Skippy123
Thank you Katebar and San Diego Lady!!! Wow, 20 grams of protein in cashews; awesome!

Yes but they are VERY VERY high in fat so no more than 5 or 6

 

[angel_nieves]

Tofu 9g protein 80 cal 4g fat
Seitan 11 g 80 cal 0 fat
Though cashews have fat content, the fat is mono-unsaturated fat which is shown to protect the heart. Cashew nuts are also a good source of potassium, B vitamins and foliate. They contain useful amounts of magnesium, phosphorous, selenium and copper. You just need to watch the salt content if buying the roasted ones.

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

I am always looking for sources of high quality protein--thanks ya''ll for the contributions!

I happened across John West products in the organic market and love their canned fish. I know it is kinda barfy to some folks, but I''d rather eat the mackeral fillets than tuna. You can buy it packed in sauces, but I buy it in water/veg. oil and it is 16 gms protein in a 125mg. serving. And all those lovely Omega Oils.

cheer-Sharon

 

[iluvcarats]

I just discovered Special K Protein Plus
10 g protein in 3/4 cup and yummy!

 

[MichelleCarmen]

Wild King Salmon 20 grams for around 3 oz. Yummmy!

 

[marcy]

Thanks Skippy. I was hoping to see M&M''s here but no such luck. Just kidding.

This is great!

 

[qtiekiki]

Date: 9/25/2008 1:06:25 AM
Author: marcyc
Thanks Skippy. I was hoping to see M&M's here but no such luck. Just kidding.

This is great!

LOL. You get some protein from the Peanute M&M, right?.