PUBLICATION W922H

Protein Foods for Healthy Meals and Snacks

Publish Date: July 12 2021 |  Language: English

DOI: doi.org/10.7290/UTIAPub/W922H

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Summary

Quick guide to adding protein foods to meals and snacks to support fullness and nutrient intake. Provides practical ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks using animal and plant proteins such as eggs, lean meats, fish, beans, lentils, tofu or tempeh, yogurt, cottage cheese, nuts, nut butters, hummus, and edamame. Includes simple notes on soy foods and dairy-based proteins and a worksheet space to plan protein choices you want to try.