High-Protein Protein Guide

18 items classified under standard High-Protein guidelines.

This guide covers all 18 protein classified under High-Protein guidelines. High-Protein evaluates foods primarily by protein density per serving, which determines how each item in this category is classified.

Good news for High-Protein followers: almost all protein fit the diet. These foods are protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.

Quick Reference

Food Status Protein (per 100g)
Black Beans Allowed 8.2g
Collagen Peptides Allowed 90g
Edamame Allowed 11.9g
Eggs Allowed 16.2g
Gelatin Allowed 7.8g
Greek Yogurt Allowed 8.2g
Kidney Beans Allowed 8.1g
Lentil Pasta Allowed 3.7g
Pea Protein Allowed 3g
Protein Bars Allowed 88.3g
Protein Powder Allowed 55.6g
Protein Shakes Allowed 3.1g
Soy Protein Allowed 88.3g
Tempeh Allowed 20.3g
Tofu Allowed 3.5g
Veggie Burger Allowed 13g
Whey Protein Allowed 11.7g
Chickpea Flour Limited 22.4g

Classification Breakdown

17 Allowed — These protein are protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. 1 Limited — These items have modest in protein, useful for variety rather than as a primary source.

High-protein targets are typically 1.6 to 2.2g of protein per kg of body weight per day.

Allowed Protein (17)

Black Beans

Allowed

Black Beans is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 8.2g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 8.2g protein and 7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Greek Yogurt and Whey Protein for protein, ranking 8 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Dry341kcal21.6g1.4g62.4g15.5g
Cooked (boiled)132kcal8.9g0.5g23.7g8.7g
Canned91kcal4.8g1.3g15.4g6.8g

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Collagen Peptides

Allowed

Collagen Peptides is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 90g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 90g protein and 300mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Soy Protein at 88.3g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

360kcalCalories
90gProtein
0gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Edamame

Allowed

With 11.9g protein per 100g, Edamame earns a Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 11.9g protein and 5.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Whey Protein and Veggie Burger for protein, ranking 10 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

121kcalCalories
11.9gProtein
5.2gFat
8.9gCarbs
5.2gFiber

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Eggs

Allowed

Eggs is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 16.2g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.2g protein and 28.8g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Veggie Burger and Tempeh for protein, ranking 12 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Whole Egg (raw)143kcal12.6g9.5g0.7g0g
Egg White (raw)52kcal10.9g0.2g0.7g0g
Egg Yolk (raw)322kcal15.9g26.5g3.6g0g

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Gelatin

Allowed

With 7.8g protein per 100g, Gelatin earns a Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 7.8g protein and 466mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Lentil Pasta and Kidney Beans for protein, ranking 5 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

381kcalCalories
7.8gProtein
0gFat
90.5gCarbs
0gFiber

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Greek Yogurt

Allowed

At 8.2g protein per 100g, Greek Yogurt falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.2g protein per serving. Within this category, it falls between Kidney Beans and Black Beans for protein, ranking 7 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Plain (whole milk)97kcal9g5g4g0g
Plain (nonfat)61kcal10.3g0.4g3.6g

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Kidney Beans

Allowed

With 8.1g protein per 100g, Kidney Beans earns a Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 8.1g protein and 7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Gelatin and Greek Yogurt for protein, ranking 6 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Dry337kcal22.5g1.1g61.3g15.2g
Cooked (boiled)127kcal8.7g0.5g22.8g7.4g

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Lentil Pasta

Allowed

At 3.7g protein per 100g, Lentil Pasta falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. It is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Beyond the primary classification, lentil pasta also provides 5.7g fat and 3.4g fiber per 100g. Among the 18 items in this category, lentil pasta sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Gelatin at 7.8g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

111kcalCalories
3.7gProtein
5.7gFat
12.3gCarbs
3.4gFiber

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Pea Protein

Allowed

At 3g protein per 100g, Pea Protein falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. It is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Beyond the primary classification, pea protein also provides 14g fat and 2.7g fiber per 100g. Among the 18 items in this category, pea protein sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Protein Shakes at 3.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

180kcalCalories
3gProtein
14gFat
10.6gCarbs
2.7gFiber

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Protein Bars

Allowed

At 88.3g protein per 100g, Protein Bars falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 88.3g protein and 1000mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Protein Powder at 55.6g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

335kcalCalories
88.3gProtein
3.4gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Protein Powder

Allowed

Protein Powder is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 55.6g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 55.6g protein and 5.6g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Chickpea Flour at 22.4g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

388kcalCalories
55.6gProtein
5.6gFat
28.9gCarbs
6.7gFiber

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Protein Shakes

Allowed

With 3.1g protein per 100g, Protein Shakes earns a Allowed classification on High-Protein. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Among the 18 items in this category, protein shakes sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Tofu at 3.5g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

119kcalCalories
3.1gProtein
2.7gFat
21.2gCarbs
0.3gFiber

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Soy Protein

Allowed

Soy Protein is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 88.3g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 88.3g protein and 1000mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Protein Bars at 88.3g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

335kcalCalories
88.3gProtein
3.4gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Tempeh

Allowed

Tempeh is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 20.3g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 20.3g protein and 10.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Eggs and Chickpea Flour for protein, ranking 13 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Plain192kcal20.3g10.8g7.6g
Cooked195kcal19.9g11.4g7.6g

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Tofu

Allowed

At 3.5g protein per 100g, Tofu falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Among the 18 items in this category, tofu sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Lentil Pasta at 3.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Firm144kcal17.3g8.7g2.8g2.3g
Soft/Silken270kcal18.8g20.2g8.9g3.9g

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Veggie Burger

Allowed

At 13g protein per 100g, Veggie Burger falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13g protein and 5.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Edamame and Eggs for protein, ranking 11 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

224kcalCalories
13gProtein
5.2gFat
30.8gCarbs
3.5gFiber

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Whey Protein

Allowed

Whey Protein is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 11.7g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 11.7g protein and 968mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Black Beans and Edamame for protein, ranking 9 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

339kcalCalories
11.7gProtein
0.5gFat
73.4gCarbs
0gFiber

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Limited Protein (1)

Chickpea Flour

Limited

At 22.4g protein per 100g, Chickpea Flour falls into the Limited category under High-Protein guidelines. The classification reflects that it is modest in protein, useful for variety rather than as a primary source. Nutritionally, it also delivers 22.4g protein and 6.7g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Tempeh at 20.3g. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

387kcalCalories
22.4gProtein
6.7gFat
57.8gCarbs
10.8gFiber

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