That being said, they do provide oils, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals to our diets and they taste great, too. You can enjoy them as is, ground into nut or seed 'butter', mixed into cereals or baked goods or candy, sprinkled on main dishes or made into 'milk'. They are also richer in calcium than meat. Eat them in salads, stews, chili, soup, as a spread, with rice, made into 'burgers' or falafel, sprouted, etc. Some contain substantial amounts.
Most greens are a great source of protein.
I've listed some of the more protein-rich greens, vegetables and fruits below. Though most also contain substantial amounts of fat, lower-fat versions are usually available. Now that you've got the scoop on how much protein the food you eat contains, here's a sample day's menu to show you how simple it is to get adequate protein in your daily diet. This menu provides 50 grams of protein. If you require less, have less beans in your burrito or skip the soymilk with your oatmeal if you'd like.