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These 2 Fruits Contain The Highest Amount Of Protein Per Cup
By WENDY LEIGH
Eating enough protein is essential for good health, and while the go-to sources of this macronutrient are meat and dairy, people who abstain from animal products need to seek out other sources, such as fruits and vegetables. These are the two fruits that offer the most protein and tons of other nutritional benefits.
Avocado is the fruit with the highest amount of protein; a single cup of mashed avocado contains 4.6 grams. While this fruit is also high fat, it contains zero harmful trans fats and lots of "good" fats that are essential for nourishment, plus plenty of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins E and C, and potassium.
The fruit with the second highest protein content is guava, which boasts 4.2 grams of protein per cup. Every part of the guava — the flesh, skin, and seeds — can be eaten, and this tropical fruit also boasts more vitamin C per serving than oranges, as well as antioxidants, iron, potassium, calcium, and more.