The Highest-Protein Fruits, Ranked

Protein is all the rage right now—and for good reason. Protein is integral for tissue growth and repair, and it’s also involved in immune and muscle function and blood clotting

 And if you’re looking to lose weight, a high-protein meal plan may help get you to your goal.

Obvious high-protein choices include animal proteins like red meats, poultry and fish, but there are other plant-based foods

In truth, you’re not going to be eating fruit specifically as a source of protein, but the protein they contain counts, too

Consuming more fruit can actually help reduce the risk for many diseases, while also offering weight-management benefits and promoting healthy aging. 

Experts rarely (if ever) tout the protein benefits of fruit. “When compared to other sources, fruit falls short on this macronutrient

That said, fruit does contain protein—and that protein counts toward your daily intake. So, we wanted to highlight the choices that pack more of this macro

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