High-Protein Vegetables and Vegetable Products Foods
Compare 9 popular vegetables and vegetable products by protein content: Canned Edamame (11.2g), Raw Green Peas (5.4g), Raw Brussels Sprouts (4.0g). USDA-verified nutrition data ranked from highest to lowest protein per 100g.
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Protein Quality Note: We rank foods by total protein quantity. Be aware that animal sources (Meat, Dairy, Eggs) are "Complete Proteins" that your body absorbs easily, while some plant sources may be less efficient.
#1
Canned Edamame
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein11.2g
Calories109
Fat Content
4.7gModerate
Protein %41%
#2
Raw Green Peas
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein5.4g
Calories81
Fat Content
0.4gUltra Lean
Protein %27%
#3
Raw Brussels Sprouts
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein4.0g
Calories59
Fat Content
0.6gLean
Protein %27%
#4
Raw Kale
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.9g
Calories35
Fat Content
1.5gHigh Fat
Protein %33%
#5
Raw Spinach
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.9g
Calories23
Fat Content
0.4gLean
Protein %50%
#6
Raw Broccoli
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.8g
Calories34
Fat Content
0.4gLean
Protein %33%
#7
Raw Green Beans
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.0g
Calories40
Fat Content
0.3gLean
Protein %20%
#8
Raw Parsnips
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein1.2g
Calories75
Fat Content
0.3gModerate
Protein %6%
#9
Raw Eggplant
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein1.0g
Calories25
Fat Content
0.2gLean
Protein %16%