# Protein-Packed Plant Foods (Ranked from Highest to Lowest)

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Podcast: [Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau](https://stenobird.com/podcast/food-for-thought-with-colleen-patrick-goudreau-690262)
Published: 2025-09-06T16:03:32+00:00
Episode link: https://www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/p/protein-packed-plant-foods-ranked
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## Resource

We’re continuing the protein conversation I started in Are You Getting Enough Protein? ( Part One and Part Two ). In those episodes, I unpacked why amino acids from plant and animal sources are identical, why the RDA is just a minimum, and why being intentional about protein matters as we level up in age and fitness. Paid subscribers enjoy printable resources and my recipe for Homemade Seitan , so join the club today! In this episode, * I explain why “lean protein” really means plants. * I show why plant protein being “less concentrated” is actually a feature, not a bug. * I share why the protein-to-calorie ratio is such a helpful measurement, especially if your goal is fat loss and muscle gain. * I focus on plant foods that are both protein-rich and practical to eat (spoiler: I’m not eating 5 tablespoons of spirulina a day). * I parse out the 4 categories of protein-rich plant foods: * 🌟 Superstars : 15–20 g per 100 calories * ⭐ Standouts : 10–14 g per 100 calories * 💪 Solid Performers : 5–9 g per 100 calories * 🌱 Sustainers : 3–5 g per 100 calories * I provide product suggestions and practical ways to incorporate these foods into your everyday meals. * …and so much more. Paid subscribers enjoy printable resources and my recipe for Homemade Seitan , so join the club today! Food for Thought is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the work that goes into these episodes and articles, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. You can now watch the video version of the podcast! Support the Podcast To keep Food for Thought Podcast ad-free and accessible to all, I rely on the support of paid subscribers . If you're already one—thank you. If you’re not, please consider becoming one . None of the companies below sponsored this episode. They’re simply brands I p…

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