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The recommended daily intake for protein is between 46-56 grams for most
adults, with pregnant and lactating women needing up to 72 grams of protein
per day. Athletes or other people looking to build muscle mass may also want
to consume more protein. The Daily Value (%DV) for protein is set at 50
grams per day, this number is meant to help compare foods and is a
general number that works for most people.
Foods high in protein per calorie include lean chicken, lean pork, fish, lean
beef, tofu, beans, lentils, low-fat yogurt, milk, cheese, seeds, nuts, and eggs.
Below is a list of common foods high in protein by common serving
size, for more information, see the sections on protein dense foods,
other protein-rich foods, and protein isolates.
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2. Pork Chops
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5. Firm Tofu
Lentils (36%), White Beans (35%), Split Peas (33%), Pinto (31%),
Kidney Beans (31%), Black Beans (30%), Navy Beans (30%),
Chickpeas (Garbanzo) (29%), and Lima beans (29%).
See more beans and legumes high in protein.
Complete Nutrition Facts.
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7. Non-Fat Yogurt
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10. Eggs
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