High-Protein Vegetables and Vegetable Products Foods
Compare 17 popular vegetables and vegetable products by protein content: Dried Spirulina (57.5g), Canned Edamame (11.2g), Raw Green Peas (5.4g). 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
Dried Spirulina
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein57.5g
Calories290
Fat Content
7.7gLean
Protein %79%
#2
Canned Edamame
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein11.2g
Calories109
Fat Content
4.7gModerate
Protein %41%
#3
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%
#4
Raw Brussels Sprouts
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein4.0g
Calories59
Fat Content
0.6gLean
Protein %27%
#5
Raw Artichokes
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein3.3g
Calories47
Fat Content
0.1gUltra Lean
Protein %28%
#6
Raw Sweet Corn
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein3.3g
Calories86
Fat Content
1.4gModerate
Protein %15%
#7
Raw Mushrooms
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein3.1g
Calories22
Fat Content
0.3gLean
Protein %56%
#8
Raw Kale
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.9g
Calories35
Fat Content
1.5gHigh Fat
Protein %33%
#9
Raw Spinach
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.9g
Calories23
Fat Content
0.4gLean
Protein %50%
#10
Raw Broccoli
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.8g
Calories34
Fat Content
0.4gLean
Protein %33%
#11
Raw Asparagus
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.2g
Calories20
Fat Content
0.1gUltra Lean
Protein %44%
#12
Raw Potatoes
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.0g
Calories77
Fat Content
0.1gUltra Lean
Protein %11%
#13
Raw Green Beans
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein2.0g
Calories40
Fat Content
0.3gLean
Protein %20%
#14
Raw Cauliflower
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein1.9g
Calories25
Fat Content
0.3gLean
Protein %31%
#15
Raw Sweet Potatoes
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein1.6g
Calories79
Fat Content
0.4gModerate
Protein %8%
#16
Raw Parsnips
Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Protein1.2g
Calories75
Fat Content
0.3gModerate
Protein %6%
#17
Raw Eggplant
Complete
Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.
Protein1.0g
Calories25
Fat Content
0.2gLean
Protein %16%