Honest framing requires a quick correction to help with the answer:
Most veggies simply do not have enough protein to get you to your daily quota unless
you re consuming ridiculously high quantities.

The veggies that are significant are the ones that can significantly contribute to your
daily quota, rather than a small aside.


The honest truth about protein from veggies revolves around legumes, as they contain a
whopping 18 grams of protein per cup, which makes them comparable to animal products for a single serving.

Black beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, and edamame contain slightly less, with approximately 14 to 17 grams per cup, along with fiber to help slow down digestion and
feed the good bacteria in your gut, which no protein powder can do.

Edamame, in addition, has a complete amino acid profile, providing you with all the
essential amino acids in a form your body can use without needing to consume any
additional foods to compensate for the lack of them.

Other than that, green peas contain a respectable 8 grams of protein per cup, which is
rather good considering how many people consider them a side dish.

Spinach, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts contain 3 to 5 grams of protein per cup, cooked,
which, while small, adds up over a day of consuming a variety of veggies.

Plant-based protein, as a general consensus, is less bioavailable than animal-based
protein, meaning your body will only use a fraction of the protein you consume from
them.

Most veggies also need to be carefully combined to ensure you re not deficient in
something important.

The takeaway: Legumes should be a daily staple, greens should be a regular part of
your diet, and you should be reasonable about how well veggies can help you achieve
your goals without animal products for significant muscle growth/maintenance.

Full story: https://www.quora.com/What-type-of-vegetables-can-you-eat-for-protein

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