George has heard that quinoa is a high-protein superfood, but he's never been able to cook it right. Chris and Shilpa step up to help answer the question behind his SOS. See, while quinoa is higher-protein than other grains, there are better options when it comes to plant-based protein. So Chris and Shilpa try to get George on board with lentils and tofu—two plant-based protein sources that pack more of a punch.

Recipes & Links:
<a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/glazed-sweet-potatoes-with-lentils?srsltid=AfmBOopAsysQbMgBk8u-C5h5QBLNBwsoVSHLtKrqAJOliWQeUIewFfdq">Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Lentils</a>
<a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/make-ahead-lentil-salad?srsltid=AfmBOoooLzsezwLlzvyrK0-1dWHadQt4oQplyWpBo9SV0_khLCnv6ANc">Just-Keeps-Getting-Better Lentil Salad</a>
<a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/soy-and-scallion-tofu-bowl?srsltid=AfmBOoqrpLKXuvOboI7rRdlRvavWHs5c7KuZ47iv4JqQQhkNY4rlJY-F">Soy and Scallion Tofu Bowl</a>

Bon Appétit

Bon Appétit

I Need Plant-Based Protein

MAR 18, 202527 MIN
Bon Appétit

I Need Plant-Based Protein

MAR 18, 202527 MIN

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George has heard that quinoa is a high-protein superfood, but he's never been able to cook it right. Chris and Shilpa step up to help answer the question behind his SOS. See, while quinoa is higher-protein than other grains, there are better options when it comes to plant-based protein. So Chris and Shilpa try to get George on board with lentils and tofu—two plant-based protein sources that pack more of a punch.

Recipes & Links:
Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Lentils
Just-Keeps-Getting-Better Lentil Salad
Soy and Scallion Tofu Bowl

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