Meat Alternatives Quiz

Chicken nuggets are made from chicken, not plant-based ingredients.

Tofu is made from soybeans that are soaked, ground, and then coagulated.

Tempeh is made from fermented soybeans that are pressed into a firm cake.

Seitan is made from wheat gluten, which is the protein found in wheat.

Jackfruit is a tropical fruit that has a fibrous texture similar to pulled pork when cooked.

Meat alternatives are generally lower in saturated fat and cholesterol than meat, and they can provide dietary fiber, which is beneficial for heart health, cholesterol levels, and digestion.

Seitan is made from wheat gluten, which is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids.

Meat alternatives can be used in a wide variety of dishes, from stir-fries to burgers to tacos.

Lentils are a type of legume that is high in iron, fiber, and protein.

Beyond Meat burgers are made from pea protein, which is extracted from yellow peas.

Kale is a leafy green vegetable that is high in calcium, vitamin K, and antioxidants.

Meat alternatives generally require less water, land, and energy to produce than meat, and they also produce fewer greenhouse gases.

Chia seeds are a type of seed that is high in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein.

Impossible Burgers are made from soy protein, coconut oil, and heme, which is a molecule that gives meat its characteristic flavor.

Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast that is high in vitamin B12, protein, and fiber.