11 snacks for a protein punch!

Check out what snacks are protein-packed-perfect for you!

Literally every cell in our body contains protein, so you can imagine just how important it is. Adult women require 46 grams of protein daily, while adult men require 56 grams daily. We hate to break it to you, but if we’re being honest, you’re probably not getting your daily requirements.

1. Cottage Cheese

Delectable, creamy cottage cheese will give you the protein fix you need for sure, with each cup containing a whopping 26 grams! Throw in some shredded ham and top a few crackers with the mix for a tasty afternoon snack!

2. Tuna

There are few things more satisfying than a tuna sandwich with a couple of slices of chilled cucumbers for a light, but satisfying meal. Did you know that a can of tuna has roughly 25 grams of protein? Perfect if you’re looking for ways to get more protein in your diet.

3. Turkey

If tuna isn’t your favourite sandwich filling, you’re in luck, just three ounces of turkey will give you the same 25 grams of protein! Slide a slice of turkey ham between some whole meal toast and top off with a sprinkling of black pepper.

4. Greek Yogurt

The beauty of yogurt is that you can choose to enjoy it served either sweet or savoury. The possibilities really are endless; have it frozen, over fruit, in a smoothie or over your salad, with some salt and tomatoes! Enjoy it however you prefer, with the added benefit of 17 grams of protein per 6 ounce serving!

5. Edamame

Looking for a healthy, low-calorie snack (120 calories per half cup) that will boost your protein levels? Edamame is just the thing for you, then. Quite simply, edamame beans are boiled, green soybeans. Who would’ve thought such a simple snack could contain a generous 17grams of protein per cup!

6. Chocolate Milk

This is actually as good as it gets for a post-workout fluid. With carbohydrates, proteins, calcium along with a little bit of sodium and sugar, chocolate milk is all you need in a glass to refill the tank after a workout. A single glass can contain up to 11 grams of protein.

7. Hard Boiled Eggs

We’ve said over and over how great eggs are for your body and how they should be your best friends at breakfast time! Now, not only are they great fat-burning foods that help stave off the hunger pangs, but they’ll also give you about 6 grams of protein for under a 100 calories.

8. Oatmeal

Along with its extensive list of helpful properties when it comes to weight loss and skin remedies, oatmeal will give you around 5 grams of protein per serve. Try adding some to your banana smoothie for an interesting texture and bite.

9. Hummus

It is an easy-to-make, healthy dip that goes perfectly with a few wedges of pita bread and olives. Chuck a can of chickpeas in the blender along with olive oil, salt and cumin and you’re good to go. Four tablespoons remain below the 100 calorie mark with just under 4.5 grams of protein – get dippin’!

10. Pumpkin Seeds

Perfect for when you just feel like munching on something – pumpkin seeds! Swap the chips for these babies and we promise you’ll be getting a much healthier deal – what with 14 grams of protein per half cup!

11. Beans

Asian cuisine is chock full of beans and lentils, with everything from kacang hijau to dhal, they’re everywhere. Thank goodness for that, since a cup of cooked beans will give you a generous portion of about 22 grams of protein!

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Sonia Pasupathy

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