Lean protein tips

Lean protein sources are those that contain a low amount of fat, such as poultry, fish, and vegan soy meats. If you’re choosing a meat-based lean protein, you’ll need to make sure you cook it properly to avoid potentially harmful bacterial contaminants, like E. coli. Even if you’re choosing vegan protein sources, you’ll still want to cook them properly, so they taste great!

Here are some top tips to keep in mind when choosing and cooking lean proteins to ensure they’re cooked to perfection:

• Choose cuts of meat that have less marbling, as this means it contains less fat.
• Incorporate plenty of plant-based sources of protein, such as tofu, tempeh, seitan, legumes, and beans, into your diet, even if you’re a meat eater. They’re rich in micronutrients and fiber, and add variety to your diet.
• Avoid frying your protein sources and, instead, grill, bake, or roast them. This will prevent adding extra fat to your meals.
• Add flavor using non-fat methods, such as by using herbs, spices, and citrus fruits, instead of marinades, sauces, dressings, and oils.