Guide

No, shiitake mushrooms are low in protein—about 2.4 g per 100 g raw, ~1.6 g cooked, and ~9.6 g per 100 g dried.

No, yams are low in protein—about 1.5 g per 100 g, so pair them with protein-rich sides.

No, strawberries are not high in protein; 100 g of strawberries has about 0.6–0.7 g.

No, white mushrooms are low in protein—around 3 grams per 100 grams raw—so pair them with higher-protein foods to meet daily protein goals.

No, vegetables aren’t a protein food group, though legumes can count for both and add solid plant protein.

No, vegetables are not a complete protein; only a few plant foods like soy and quinoa provide all nine indispensable amino acids.

No—vegetables aren’t only protein or carbs; most are carb-dominant with small protein, while beans and peas are higher in both.

Yes, ribs are a moderate-to-high protein dish; a 3-oz cooked serving delivers about 13–19 g of protein, depending on cut and fat.

Yes, scallops are a lean, high-quality protein; a cooked 3-ounce portion delivers about 27 grams with minimal fat and carbs.

Yes, ribs are protein foods, though fat and cooking style change the protein you get per bite.