Eating out doesn’t have to derail your diet. A protein-rich option on the menu at a healthy restaurant will satiate your appetite and taste buds. Learn more about the best sources of healthy protein so you know what to order the next time you dine out.

6 Protein-Rich Foods

1.  Eggs

Eggs aren’t just for breakfast anymore. While eggs can jumpstart your daily diet with protein, you can also incorporate them into other meals, whether you’re adding a hard-boiled egg to a salad or enjoying a fried one served atop a veggie bowl. One egg has about seven grams of high-quality protein and is rich in vitamins, minerals, iron, and carotenoids like disease-fighting lutein.

2. Chicken Breast

A chicken breast is a versatile food that you can almost always find on the menu at a healthy restaurant. Depending on how it’s cooked, seasoned, and marinated, this food can feature a variety of flavors. A skinless chicken breast gets most of its calories from protein, offering up 17 grams per three ounces.

3. Broccoli

Vegetables deliver plenty of nutrients, but for many, protein isn’t always at the top of the list. Broccoli, however, has a higher protein content than other vegetables, making it a smart choice when you’re perusing a restaurant menu. You’ll add almost three grams of protein to your meal with four ounces of broccoli.

4. Beans

Beans pack a protein punch, so seek out this healthy side when you’re eating out. Lentil beans deliver nine grams of protein per half cup, while black beans are another good source, offering eight grams of protein in a half cup.

5. Seafood

Many types of seafood offer plenty of protein per serving. Salmon, for example, includes 24 grams of protein per serving. Shrimp delivers nutritional benefits as well: it’s low in calories, high in protein with 21 grams per serving, and rich in iron.

6. Cheese

Look for dishes featuring Parmesean, cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella cheese for maximum protein impact. For example, a slice of cheddar cheese delivers about four grams of protein.

Choose from an array of protein-rich meals at Heavenly Island Lifestyle, a healthy restaurant in Honolulu, HI. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner selections use ingredients sourced locally from farms throughout the islands. Head chef Keigo Yoshimoto creates exquisite dishes that blend explosive flavors, delightful scents, and, whenever possible, organic ingredients. Call (808) 923-1100 to make a reservation, or check out the menu online.