Including fruits in your diet is also a great way to supplement your intake of vitamins, minerals, fiber and health-promoting plant nutrients. Fruits cannot be considered as muscle building foods. To meet most of your protein needs, you should include high-protein foods in your meals.
PROTEIN-RICH FRUITS
BANANA
You can find a good amount of protein in bananas: A full cup of sliced banana contains about 1.6 grams of this macronutrient. The fruit is rich in fiber and complex carbohydrates, making it a great source of energy for even the toughest workouts. Bananas also contain significant amounts of vitamin B6, vitamin C and potassium.
ORANGE
One medium fresh orange contains about 1 g of protein, while a cup of freshly peeled oranges provides up to 2 g. This fruit is low in calories and high in fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium.
AVOCADO
When you’re thinking about high-protein fruits, chances are avocados don’t cross your mind. However, this green, creamy fruit contains a surprising amount of this macronutrient. Almost 3g per cup. Avocados are low in sodium and carbohydrates, so they can fit easily into a low-carb diet and are an excellent source of healthy fats, prebiotic fiber and potassium.
GUAVA FRUIT
When it comes to high protein fruit, guava takes first place. It contains almost 4.2 g of protein per cup, making it one of the most protein-rich fruits around. Guava is a tropical fruit grown mostly in Central and South America. It is known for its crunchy texture and sweet taste, reminiscent of a mixture of pears and strawberries. Guava is a great source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
KIWI
Kiwis are known for their refreshing, slightly acidic flavor that adds an exotic twist to smoothies and fruit salads. Perhaps a lesser known fact is that this exotic fruit is high in protein and can provide almost 2.1g in a single cup. Kiwis are low in calories and high in micronutrients such as potassium, vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin K.