Image by ZakVTA via FlickrSoy beans are about 35% protein and contain eight of the essential amino acids. The usable protein in one half cup of soy beans is the same as that in five ounces of steak and has almost no saturated fats or cholesterol.Tofu is one of the richest vegetarian sources of protein, and a complete one. Tofu is rich in high-quality protein.
Table shows tofu protein amounts.
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It is the perfect vegetarian or vegan replacement for meat in any recipe.
Tofu is easy to digest and it’s highly nutritious at the same time.
Tofu is the right way to go!
Tofu protein amounts per 1/2 cup (126g)
Amounts Per Selected Serving
%DV
Protein
10.3
21%
Tryptophan
155
Threonine
518
Isoleucine
559
Leucine
917
Lysine
582
Methionine
139
Cystine
37.8
Phenylalanine
551
Tyrosine
462
Valine
573
Arginine
902
Histidine
283
Alanine
510
Aspartic acid
1343
Glutamic acid
2169
Glycine
484
Proline
714
Serine
669
Read More http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/legumes-and-legume-products/4393/2#ixzz1AYLtyJbA
It is the perfect vegetarian or vegan replacement for meat in any recipe.
Tofu is easy to digest and it’s highly nutritious at the same time.
Tofu is the right way to go!
