Five Power-Packed Vegan Foods Bursting with Protein for Optimal Health

Arguably one of the most popular health foods today, quinoa is a gem for protein seekers, especially vegans. This grain crop, grown primarily for its edible seeds, is known as a pseudocereal. This means it is neither a cereal nor a grass, like wheat or rice, but is used in much the same way.

Quinoa is among the select few plant foods that contain all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein source. An uncooked 100g serving provides roughly 14g of protein, which is higher than that of most grains.