Protein Foods
Vegetarian Choices in the Protein Foods Group
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- Vegetarians get enough protein from this group as long as the variety and amounts of foods selected are adequate.
- Protein sources from the Protein Foods Group for vegetarians include eggs (for ovo-vegetarians), beans and peas, nuts, nut butters, and soy products (tofu, tempeh, veggie burgers).
- See vegetarian diets for more tips and ideas.