India, Sept. 4 -- Protein is essential for everything, from stronger muscles to healthier skin and better metabolism. While eggs are often celebrated as the gold standard, they aren't the only heroes. In fact, several vegetarian staples easily surpass them. Fitness coach Grishma Shah shares in her September 3 Instagram post 20 veg foods that actually pack more protein than eggs. (Also read: Fitness coach shares 'best exercise for fat loss': It's not running, cardio, HIIT or crunches but this simple. )

Here is fitness coach Garima's list of 20 vegetarian foods that provide more protein than one egg (6g per 100g):

1. Paneer (14g) - a staple source of protein in Indian diets

2. Greek yoghurt (10g) - combines protein with probiotics

3. To...