26 of the Best High Protein Foods

23. Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds

Seeds are nutritious, calorie-dense snacks that deliver a range of nutrients. When aiming to boost protein intake, two of the best seed choices are sunflower and pumpkin. One ounce of pumpkin seeds provides just over five grams of protein, as well as plenty of magnesium and zinc.

Sunflower seeds have slightly under five grams of protein per ounce, but also have significantly lower carb counts than pumpkin seeds. Sunflower seeds tend to be a bit milder in flavor than pumpkin seeds, as well.