Top 10 High Protein Bengali Vegetarian Foods You Should Eat Daily

💪 Top 10 High Protein Bengali Vegetarian Foods

Protein isn’t only in meat or fish. There are plenty of protein-rich vegetarian foods in Bengali households that help you build muscles, reduce fat, and stay full for longer. Let’s explore 10 of them you can add to your daily meals. 😍

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1. 🥜 Chola (Chickpeas)

Rich in protein, fiber, and iron – great for breakfast or evening snacks. 100g chola = 19g protein.

2. 🌰 Moong Dal

Easy to digest and low in fat. Great in khichuri, dal, or soup. 100g = 24g protein!

3. 🧀 Paneer (Homemade Chhana)

Full of protein and calcium. Make from milk at home. 100g = ~18g protein.

4. 🥛 Dudh (Milk)

Rich in protein, calcium, and good fats. 1 cup milk = 8g protein.

5. 🌿 Soya Chunks (Nutrela)

Excellent meat substitute – 100g = up to 52g protein. Add to curry, pulao or mix veg.

6. 🫘 Rajma (Red Kidney Beans)

High in protein and iron – 100g rajma = 24g protein. Great in gravy or salad.

7. 🌾 Oats

Loaded with fiber and plant protein – 100g oats = 17g protein. Use in breakfast or upma.

8. 🍠 Sweet Potato

Though not very high in protein, it balances carbs and helps in recovery.

9. 🥦 Broccoli (if available)

Super healthy and rich in fiber + protein – 100g = 3g protein.

10. 🍛 Mixed Lentils (Masoor, Chola, Moong combo)

Make mixed dal soup or curry for maximum protein + taste!

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✅ Tips to Maximize Protein:

• Eat dal + rice or dal + roti for complete protein
• Add paneer to vegetables or curry
• Soak legumes overnight for better digestion
• Don’t overcook protein-rich food – keep it light

💬 Which veg protein do you eat regularly? Comment below!

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