There is more than one approach to being vegetarian so we've listed a variety of delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian sources of proteins.
Try pairing any of these plant-based proteins with non-starchy vegetables and healthy fats to slow digestion and help avoid glucose spikes:
- Soy products: edamame, tofu, tempeh
- Plant-based protein powders made from soy, pea, or rice proteins
- Eggs
- Dairy: plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, cheese
- Chia seeds
- Lentils and legumes
- Nuts and seeds
- Quinoa mixed with nuts and seeds