Protein

Top food sources

Highest published foods per 100 g. Values are source-traceable (USDA FoodData Central).

#	Food	per 100 g (g)
1	Soy protein isolate	88.3
2	Spirulina, dried	57.5
3	Peanut flour, defatted	52.2
4	Cottonseed flour, partially defatted	49.8
5	Dried whole egg	48.1
6	Whelk, cooked	47.7
7	Roasted soybeans	43.3
8	Soy flour, full-fat	37.8
9	Soybeans, raw	36.5
10	Nonfat dry milk	36.2
11	Veal cutlet, cooked	36.2
12	Parmesan cheese, hard	35.8
13	Bacon, cooked	35.7
14	Buttermilk, dried	34.3
15	Beef shank, cooked	33.7

Frequently asked questions

What is Protein?

Protein is a macronutrient made of amino acids, measured in grams.

What foods are highest in Protein?

Among the foods in Foodatron, the richest sources of Protein per 100 g include Soy protein isolate, Spirulina, dried, Peanut flour, defatted, Cottonseed flour, partially defatted, Dried whole egg. The full ranked list is on this page.

What is Protein measured in?

Protein is measured in g. Foodatron shows every food's Protein per 100 g edible portion.

Why is Protein important?

Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle and other tissues. Requirements differ between individuals.