10 High Protein Vegetables
High Protein Vegetable #1: Lentils
Lentils are a rich source of protein. One cup of cooked lentils, which is about 240 milliliters, provides 18 grams of protein. This is about 30 percent of the recommended dietary allowance of protein per day for an adult.
In addition to protein, one cup of lentils provides about half of the recommended daily intake of fiber. They also contain a significant amount of carbohydrate with a low glycemic index. This means that the carbohydrate is digested slowly and therefore does not cause a blood glucose spike. Lentils also contain vitamins like folate, minerals like iron and manganese, and health promoting antioxidants.
