These Vegetables Are Surprising Sources of Protein

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In a pod, they are soy beans. They can be consumed as a snack, particularly when coated with flakes of sea salt and dipped in soy sauce.

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Pinto Beans

Yes, another legume. (If you want to argue, go to the introduction.) A half cup of pinto beans contains seven grams of protein.

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Navy Beans

These broad, white beans have eight grams of protein per half cup. They're also a great source of fiber, much like all beans.

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Baked Potatoes

Mmmmmm, baked potatoes. One large potato has seven grams of protein. Filling too.

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Broccoli Raab

While 17 grams of protein is a lot for one bunch of bitter greens, that is a lot of broccoli raab.

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Brussels Sprouts

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After boiling, a cup of cruciferous vegetables yields four grams of protein and the same quantity of fiber.

Flax seeds

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Typically sold as a supplement, flax seeds can take any smoothie or salad to the next level.

Brussels sprouts

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After boiling, a cup of cruciferous vegetables yields four grams of protein and the same quantity of fiber.

Sweet potatoes

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Sweet potatoes are a great vegan protein to have on hand.

Artichokes

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Out of all vegan protein sources, you probably would never guess that artichokes would make the list.