It still deserves a pride of place in your pantry: it has five grams of fiber per cup and is a complete plant-based protein. Pair it with other protein sources to get the most out of it, like in a hearty bean stew, or as a base for soaking up the rich sauce of a flavorful tofu or tempeh stir-fry.

5. Eggs

When you think about classic primary sources, the list is long: meat, fish, dairy and eggs. And eggs are certainly a valuable and complete source of protein, but it’s important to keep in mind that you’re only getting six grams of them, says Harbstreet. To put that into perspective, you’ll need to eat three to exceed the protein recommendation per meal.

It’s tempting to crack open a hard-boiled egg at breakfast and get on with your morning, especially if you’re short on time, but this will likely leave you hungry sooner than you’d like. That doesn’t mean you have to give up on it, though. Instead, keep them on hand to high protein snackingor pair them with another protein source for a complete meal. This could be two eggs scrambled with a quarter cup of Greek yogurt, which would add a few grams. And make them softer. Or add a poached egg to a salad that also contains edamame, cheese and beans, three other protein-rich ingredients.

6. Chickpeas

At SELF, we are famous chickpea fansprimarily for their high fiber content and endless versatility. That being said, their protein content leaves a bit to be desired: You’ll only get seven grams per half cup, says Peruvemba.

Again, the trick to enjoying the protein benefits of an ingredient like this is to pair it with other protein-rich foods for a fully satisfying meal, or enjoy it on its own but as a snack. Peruvemba likes hummus with chips or vegetables. Pairing it with a cup of quinoa, as well as spices and vegetables, will also allow you to firmly surpass the 15 grams of protein mark.

7. Yogurt

Yogurt can be a good source of protein, but it depends on which one you choose, says Peruvemba. For example, traditional plain yogurt contains just under six grams per six-ounce serving, while you’ll get 17 grams or more than double the same amount from Greek yogurt.