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A Vegetarian’s Guide to Finding Proteins

No one wants to get stuck eating the same old ‘roti’ and some kind of vegetable for lunch. As a vegetarian your meal options might seem limited as compared to your non-vegetarian counterparts – but don’t fret, there’s always a fun way to get that energy and protein, no meaty bits involved.

Seeds & Nuts:
… No M&M’s don’t count here. Sesame seeds, pistachio, cashew, almonds and peanuts – they are all rich in protein. You can munch on them all day or add them to your salad to add that extra crunch. When you really, really crave for that extra sweetness, grab some peanut butter and bread and you’re good to go.

Got Milk?
Dairy products are filled with protein. Be it some cottage cheese, tofu or basic milk, all your protein needs are a dairy product’s command. A cheesy dip with carrot sticks, milkshakes and a tofu sandwich – together they can make up a three course and super-filling meal, all protein filled. And what about dessert you ask? – That’s a job for yoghurt. Chilled and occasionally flavored, it serves as the perfect end to any meal.

When I don’t want to eat heathy?
Pasta can be protein rich too. How, you ask? – Pesto! It’s creamy, tastes great and apart from that it’s healthy.

Looking for a mid-day snack?
For those late afternoon or mid night hunger pangs try something delicious yet completely healthy — Pita bread with Hummus. Chickpea in any form is a major source of protein. Grind it up and add some seasoning, olive oil and viola!