Suggest 3 meals that make use of the concept of complementary proteins.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary.
| Food | Primary Limiting Amino Acid | Create a Complete Protein By Combining It With | Complementary Food Protein Combinations |
| Legumes (peanuts and dry beans, such as navy, black, and kidney beans) | Methionine | Grains, nuts, or seeds | Hummus and pita bread Bean burrito White beans and pasta Bean and barley stew Pinto beans and polenta Black-eyed pea croquettes |
| Nuts and seeds (cashews, walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds) | Lysine | Legumes | Vegetarian chili with kidney beans and cashews Sesame, buckwheat, and bean bread Walnut and baked bean casserole |
| Grains (wheat, rice, oats, corn) | Lysine | Legumes | Red beans and rice Lentil soup and cornbread Barley and black beans |
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