Nutrition’s Hope Barkoukis highlights plant-based foods for protein and fiber

7 Foods That Deliver Both Fiber and Protein in Each Bite

Everyday Health: Hope Barkoukis, professor and chair of the Department of Nutrition at the School of Medicine, said plant-based foods are especially valuable because they can provide both protein and fiber. She highlights quinoa as a quick, easy option rich in both nutrients and recommends combining it with seafood, chicken and vegetables. Barkoukis also calls beans a nutritional goldmine.