High in antioxidants, minerals and Omega-3 fatty acids, a 1oz (28g) serving of chia seeds also provides just under 0.2oz (5.5g) of protein and 0.4oz (11g) of fibre.
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are buttery, nutty and creamy and the main ingredient in everyone’s favourite Mediterranean dip: hummus.
Cottage cheese boasts a whole host of health benefits, including being high in calcium, vitamins and protein, as well as low in calories.
This Asian legume has become a popular snack and is as healthy as it is tasty, with around 0.6oz (18g) of protein per 5.5oz (155g) serving.
Eggs are packed with essential nutrients and vitamins and experts say that eating them as part of a balanced diet will provide great health benefits, provided you keep an eye on how they are cooked.
High in antioxidants, full of flavour and with immunity-boosting properties, dried goji berries are perfect for adding to smoothie bowls, cereal and granola mixes.
Greek yogurt is simply yogurt made from cows’ milk that has been strained to remove the whey, creating a lusciously thick consistency.
Cheap and versatile, lentils are an excellent meat alternative with a serious protein hit. They're also a rich source of iron, an essential mineral that can be hard to incorporate into a vegetarian diet.
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