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How to make little gem and edamame salad with tofu green goddess dressing

If you’re still hanging in there for Veganuary, Julia Platt Leonard’s protein-filled dish will have you reaching for the vegetables more often

Friday 24 January 2020 14:05 GMT
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Worried about getting all the nutrients your body needs? Beans are the way to go
Worried about getting all the nutrients your body needs? Beans are the way to go (Julia Platt Leonard)

One reason some people say they won’t go meat-free is a fear that a plant-based diet can’t deliver enough protein.

While red meat, poultry, dairy and eggs are admittedly excellent protein sources, plant-based protein is hardly a non sequitur.

Tofu and beans are both protein-rich options. Edamame beans – you’ll find them in the freezer section – have as much as 12g of protein per 100g.

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