Raw-Food Protein Guide

18 items classified under standard Raw-Food guidelines.

Raw-Food classifies foods based on whether the food has been heated above ~118°F (48°C). Of the 18 protein evaluated, 3 are classified as Allowed, 1 as Limited, and 14 as Not Allowed.

Quick Reference

Food Status Calories (per 100g)
Black Beans Allowed 181kcal
Edamame Allowed 121kcal
Kidney Beans Allowed 177kcal
Chickpea Flour Limited 387kcal
Collagen Peptides Not Allowed 360kcal
Eggs Not Allowed 334kcal
Gelatin Not Allowed 381kcal
Greek Yogurt Not Allowed 105kcal
Lentil Pasta Not Allowed 111kcal
Pea Protein Not Allowed 180kcal
Protein Bars Not Allowed 335kcal
Protein Powder Not Allowed 388kcal
Protein Shakes Not Allowed 119kcal
Soy Protein Not Allowed 335kcal
Tempeh Not Allowed 192kcal
Tofu Not Allowed 94kcal
Veggie Burger Not Allowed 224kcal
Whey Protein Not Allowed 339kcal

Classification Breakdown

3 Allowed — These protein are can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. 1 Limited — These items have sometimes raw and sometimes cooked depending on preparation. 14 Not Allowed — These are typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat.

The benefits come from eating large amounts of fresh produce rather than from preserving enzymes.

Allowed Protein (3)

Black Beans

Allowed

At 181kcal calories per 100g, Black Beans falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.2g protein and 7g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pea Protein and Tempeh for calories, 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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Edamame

Allowed

At 121kcal calories per 100g, Edamame falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, edamame also provides 11.9g protein and 5.2g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Protein Shakes and Kidney Beans for calories, ranking 5 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

121kcalCalories
11.9gProtein
5.2gFat
8.9gCarbs
5.2gFiber

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Kidney Beans

Allowed

At 177kcal calories per 100g, Kidney Beans falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.1g protein and 7g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Edamame and Pea Protein for calories, 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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Limited Protein (1)

Chickpea Flour

Limited

Chickpea Flour is classified as Limited on Raw-Food, with 387kcal calories per 100g. This means it is sometimes raw and sometimes cooked depending on preparation. It also contains 22.4g protein and 6.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Gelatin at 381kcal. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

387kcalCalories
22.4gProtein
6.7gFat
57.8gCarbs
10.8gFiber

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Not Allowed Protein (14)

Collagen Peptides

Not Allowed

Collagen Peptides is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 360kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 90g protein and 300mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Whey Protein at 339kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

360kcalCalories
90gProtein
0gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Eggs

Not Allowed

At 334kcal calories per 100g, Eggs falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, eggs also provides 16.2g protein and 28.8g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Veggie Burger and Protein Bars for calories, ranking 11 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

Not Allowed

Gelatin is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 381kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 7.8g protein and 466mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Collagen Peptides at 360kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

381kcalCalories
7.8gProtein
0gFat
90.5gCarbs
0gFiber

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Greek Yogurt

Not Allowed

With 105kcal calories per 100g, Greek Yogurt earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 8.2g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 18 items in this category, greek yogurt sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Lentil Pasta at 111kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Lentil Pasta

Not Allowed

Lentil Pasta is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 111kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 5.7g fat and 3.4g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 18 items in this category, lentil pasta sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Protein Shakes at 119kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

111kcalCalories
3.7gProtein
5.7gFat
12.3gCarbs
3.4gFiber

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Pea Protein

Not Allowed

Pea Protein is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 180kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14g fat and 2.7g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Kidney Beans and Black Beans for calories, ranking 7 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

180kcalCalories
3gProtein
14gFat
10.6gCarbs
2.7gFiber

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Protein Bars

Not Allowed

With 335kcal calories per 100g, Protein Bars earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 88.3g protein and 1000mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Eggs and Soy Protein for calories, ranking 12 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

335kcalCalories
88.3gProtein
3.4gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Protein Powder

Not Allowed

At 388kcal calories per 100g, Protein Powder falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, protein powder also provides 55.6g protein and 5.6g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Chickpea Flour at 387kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

388kcalCalories
55.6gProtein
5.6gFat
28.9gCarbs
6.7gFiber

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Protein Shakes

Not Allowed

At 119kcal calories per 100g, Protein Shakes falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Among the 18 items in this category, protein shakes sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Edamame at 121kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

119kcalCalories
3.1gProtein
2.7gFat
21.2gCarbs
0.3gFiber

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Soy Protein

Not Allowed

With 335kcal calories per 100g, Soy Protein earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 88.3g protein and 1000mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Protein Bars and Whey Protein for calories, ranking 13 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

335kcalCalories
88.3gProtein
3.4gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Tempeh

Not Allowed

With 192kcal calories per 100g, Tempeh earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, tempeh also provides 20.3g protein and 10.8g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Black Beans and Veggie Burger for calories, ranking 9 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Tofu

Not Allowed

Tofu is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 94kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Among the 18 items in this category, tofu sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Greek Yogurt at 105kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

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

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Veggie Burger

Not Allowed

At 224kcal calories per 100g, Veggie Burger falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, veggie burger also provides 13g protein and 5.2g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Tempeh and Eggs for calories, ranking 10 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

224kcalCalories
13gProtein
5.2gFat
30.8gCarbs
3.5gFiber

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Whey Protein

Not Allowed

Whey Protein is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 339kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.7g protein and 968mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Soy Protein at 335kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

339kcalCalories
11.7gProtein
0.5gFat
73.4gCarbs
0gFiber

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