{
  "id": 12130858,
  "title": "Looking For Vegetarian Protein? 5 Indian Foods To Add To Your Veg Diet",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/looking-for-vegetarian-protein-5-indian-foods-to-add-to-your-veg-diet",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-05T10:16:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/ampstories/lifestyle/looking-for-vegetarian-protein-5-indian-foods-to-add-to-your-veg-diet"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Looking for vegetarian protein sources? Indian cuisine offers numerous protein-rich foods that can easily be incorporated into your daily meals. Here are five options to consider:\n\nPaneer, a popular dairy product, is an excellent way to boost protein intake. This versatile ingredient can be used in various dishes, such as curries, grilled tikka, wraps, or simply paired with vegetables for a satisfying meal. Moong dal, another staple, can be prepared as a simple dal, khichdi, cheela, or sprouts. Not only does it provide protein, but it also offers fiber and essential nutrients.\n\nChickpeas, or chana, are a protein-rich vegetarian staple that can be transformed into chole, added to salads, or used in chaat or hummus-style preparations. Soybeans, among the most protein-dense plant foods, can be included in various Indian-style preparations. Soy chunks, tofu, and other soy foods can serve as excellent vegetarian alternatives. Rajma, a familiar Indian legume, brings both protein and fiber to the table. The classic rajma curry can be enjoyed with rice, while cooked kidney beans can be added to salads, wraps, or chaat.",
  "summary": "Getting enough protein does not necessarily mean turning to meat or eggs Indian vegetarian cooking already offers plenty of protein-rich staples that can be worked into everyday meals. Check out: Paneer is a popular dairy food and an easy way to add protein to vegetarian meals. It can be used in curries, grilled as tikka, added to wraps or simply paired with vegetables for a filling meal Moong…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}