4 protein foods that will replace meat in your daily diet

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Plant-based substitutes for eggs, beef, chicken, and pork are a healthy addition to your diet.

These plant-based proteins absorb the flavor of whatever you cook, making them incredibly versatile.

Mushrooms

Protein: Champignons, porcini mushrooms, and portobello mushrooms are easy to find in the markets.

When to use: Roasted for sandwiches and salads, stuffed with cheese, stewed for pasta.

Pro tips: instead of rinsing, wipe with a damp paper towel; cook over low heat.

Tempe

Protein: Cooked and fermented soybeans in a cake form.

When to use: Slice to replace bacon or crumble like ground beef (for tacos).

Pro tip: Slice into thin strips, then marinate before cooking.

Seitan

Protein: Vegan protein made from wheat gluten and water.

When to use: Marinate and bake in slices, bread and fry in strips, or grill on skewers.

Pro tip: Watch out for high sodium in packaged versions or make your own.

Tofu

Protein: Soy milk pressed into white blocks has a mild neutral flavor.

When to use: Instead of eggs in breakfast batter; in a stir-fry or smoothie.

Pro tip: First, squeeze out the water with paper towels, then marinate the tofu according to the recipe.