Protein & Nutrition Blog – Marmels

Bar chart of protein per serving in shake alternatives: whey shake 24 g, Greek yogurt 20 g, edamame 18 g, cottage cheese 14 g, and a Marmels bar and two eggs at 12 g each

Protein & Nutrition Blog – Marmels

Protein Shake Alternatives: Whole Foods That Deliver

by Mo Mandegar, PhD on Jun 08 2026
The protein shake is fast and portable, but it is not the only way to hit a protein target, and often not the best one. Plenty of everyday foods carry 12 to 20 grams of protein per serving, the same range as a scoop of whey, and most keep you fuller for longer because solid food leaves the stomach more slowly. Here is what to reach for instead, and the one moment a shake still earns its place.