20 Best Sources of Plant Based Protein

Whether you’re a vegan, or not, regular intake of protein is important to your body’s ability to function. A common myth about plant-based diets is that they are an insufficient source of protein and amino acids. But that is not true. In fact, some of the best sources of plant-based protein include vegetables such as spinach, broccoli and peas, legumes like lentils, soybeans, pinto and black beans, plus nuts including peanuts, cashews, almonds and walnuts, and seeds like hemp, sesame, flax and chia. The list below is a good substitute to animal proteins. See also the 27 Gluten-Free and Soy-Free Protein Shake Recipes and Everything You Need to Know About Eggs.