Based on their high fiber level, beans and legumes are placed above meat in the protein section of MyPlate, the government’s food guide on how to eat a healthy diet.
"It might surprise you but all fruits and vegetables contain protein," says North. "Vegetables with the most protein include, green peas (9g per cup), broccoli, spinach, asparagus, artichokes, ...
She also explained the reason why people go into a "food coma" after a traditional Christmas dinner is because the tryptophan insulin in turkey is better absorbed when combined with a lot of carbs.