Boosting your protein intake is important, particularly for those keen on enhancing their fitness levels and nutrition . As a vegetarian, I'm mindful of getting the right amount of protein, but have a tendency to fall into a routine with what I cook, especially during busier weeks, which has seen me opting for quick, easy and comforting food choices that don't always tick the right copy. Vegetarians and vegans can easily fulfil their protein needs if they avoid the kind of complacency I'm occasionally partial to.
Protein isn't just essential for overall wellbeing but, as per Web MD : "Protein is also a critical part of the processes that fuel your energy and carry oxygen throughout your body in your blood. "It also helps make antibodies that fight off infections and illnesses and helps keep cells healthy and create new ones." My go-to for an extra protein boost is lentils.
This understated legume comes in a variety of choices such as green (which I love to put in mince-based meals like lasagne or shepherd's pie), yellow, brown, black, or red. Lentils are not only packed with protein; they're also low on calories and a great source of iron. A ridiculously easy recipe has been circulating online for those looking to boost their protein intake without piling on the calories.
It's a straightforward red lentil flatbread concoction that absolutely doesn't rival traditional flatbread in taste - I think it's important to be upfront and honest about these things - but it still serves .