Cookies on the Business Insider India website

Business Insider India has updated its Privacy and Cookie policy. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the better experience on our website. If you continue without changing your settings, we\'ll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on the Business Insider India website. However, you can change your cookie setting at any time by clicking on our Cookie Policy at any time. You can also see our Privacy Policy.

Home Newsletters Next Share

The most nutritious plant-based proteins, according to dietitians

Andrea MichelsonJun 29, 2021, 22:21 IST

Some plant-based burgers are made of meat alternatives like jackfruit.Westend61/Getty images

Getting enough protein can be a challenging if you're eating a plant-based diet.
Not all plant-based proteins are complete, meaning they contain all the essential amino acids.
Tofu, seitan, beans, and veggie burgers all have their own benefits and downsides.

Choose a plant-based protein that's right for your dietary needs.

Edamame, or soybeans, are full of protein. Alexander Spatari/Getty images

Soy protein is one of the few complete plant proteins.

Tofu is made of soybeans, a source of complete protein. Nevena Zdravic / EyeEm/ Getty Images

Seitan contains more protein per pound than most vegetarian options.

Seitan has a meatlike texture. Ekspansio/Getty Images

Pulses, like chickpeas and beans, are good for heart health.

Rice and beans can be combined to make a complete protein. Juanmonino/Getty Images

Plant-based burgers might not be much healthier than the real thing.

Westend61/Getty images

I ate a four-course meal at a weed pizza parlor and got stoned to the bone