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Protein Content of Food
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By Sue Quinn
Published 2015
The following table shows the approximate protein content of various plant-based foods. The recommended daily protein intake is 45 g for women and 55 g for men and each balanced meal should contain 1 protein element.
For approximate comparative purposes, the table shows the protein content of 1 serving of sirloin steak.
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| 200 g (7 oz) | 200 g (7 oz/1 cup) | 1 serving (100 g/3½ oz) | ||
| tofu | cooked quinoa | sirloin steak | ||
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| 100 g (3½ oz) | 100 g (3½ oz) | 1 serving (100 g/3½ oz) | ||
| raw almonds | wholemeal (whole-wheat) bread | sirloin steak | ||
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| 115 g (4 oz) | 200 g (7 oz) | 1 serving (100 g/3½ oz) | ||
| raw cashew nuts | boiled peas | sirloin steak |