India, March 29 -- Vegetarian diets are often criticised for lacking adequate protein, leaving many people to rely heavily on familiar options like paneer and dal. While these foods do offer protein, depending on them alone may not be enough to meet your body's needs. Contrary to the common belief that vegetarian food falls short on protein, there is actually a wide range of plant-based sources that are rich in protein and provide a diverse profile of essential amino acids. The key lies in knowing what to include - and building variety into your meals rather than sticking to just a few staples.

Khushi Chhabra, a holistic health nutritionist and wellness content creator, has highlighted a range of vegetarian protein sources beyond paneer ...