Top 20 High Protein Food List

 

Here are 20 of the best high-protein foods, with approximate protein per 100 g:

Food Protein (per 100 g)

Chicken breast 31g

Turkey breast 29g

Tuna 29g

Salmon 25g

Lean beef 26g

Shrimp 24g

Eggs 13g

Greek yogurt 10g

Cottage cheese 11g

Milk  3.4g

Cheddar cheese 25g

Tofu 17g

Tempeh 20g

Edamame11 Lentils (cooked) 9g

Chickpeas (cooked) 9g

Black beans (cooked) 9g

Quinoa (cooked) 4.4g

Almonds 21g

Pumpkin seeds 30g

These foods are excellent sources of protein for:

💪 Building muscle

⚖️ Weight loss (they help keep you full)

❤️ Overall health and recovery

🥗 Balanced, high-protein diets

For the highest protein intake, prioritize chicken breast, tuna, turkey, lean beef, salmon, eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, tofu, and pumpkin seeds.