10 High Protein Vegetables
High Protein Vegetable #4: Artichokes
While artichokes have been consumed by man for thousands of years, many people may not know how to prepare or eat them. But artichokes are a great source of protein. One medium sized artichoke weighing about 128 grams contains 4.2 grams of protein.
Artichokes also contain other nutrients like fiber, vitamins A, C, E and K, and minerals like magnesium, zinc, calcium, potassium and iron. Artichokes are an important component of the Mediterranean diet which is known to help maintain good health into old age. Artichokes are relatively easy to prepare, and would be a great addition to your plate. However, they take some time to cook. After cleaning and washing, you can choose to cook artichokes by boiling, steaming, grilling, baking or roasting.
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