Vegetarian PrOp

[AliG 17]

I'm having some trouble trying to figure out what to eat the next two weeks. I have to start my two week preop diet. My doctors PreOp diet is per day: 4 Protein Shakes

4oz Protein

2 non starchy vegetables

2 fruits

My big problem is that I am Vegetarian. I'm having trouble trying to figure out what to eat for my protein. I eat eggs and cheese. I am used to eating with lentils, pastas, rices and potatoes all of which I can not have. Any ideas?

[mom2lucky (suznc) 81]

Tofu? You could add it to Protein Shakes.< /p>

[mom2lucky (suznc) 81]

What about TVP (textured vegetable protein) mixed in with veggies? I see it sold in bulk bins & in Bobs Red Mill packages.

[worm2872 635]

I am a big garden burger person. I ate them preop and now post op. I am sure you know this already. :-) I was pulled from edamame (fresh/frozen) though. I guess the chemicals the use on it are too much for us post op. It was like losing a friend. Veggie and Protein all in one.

[AliG 17]

What about TVP (textured vegetable protein) mixed in with veggies? I see it sold in bulk bins & in Bobs Red Mill packages.

I don't know where I could find that, maybe Internet? I live way out in the country in the woods of NH. One change grocery store (Hannaford) and a general store in town.

I love Gardein products and veggie burgers, just not having and BBQ Sauce or bread or sauces make it less appetizing.

I've tried edamame but they only had frozen, didn't like them that much wish I could find fresh.

Thanks for all the ideas everyone this helps.

[katiemay0101 26]

I do a lot of Beans, eggs, cheese, kashi, etc. Before surgery I did Soups as well. Vegetable Soup, chili, egg drop, to mix it up. I'm not a fan of tofu so I had to get creative. Peanut Butter is a good, quick fix but make sure you get the low fat. I just started trying the Special K Protein meal bars (chocolate chip is awesome!). Good luck

[BBdoodle 483]

After my RNY surgery I cannot stomach meat at all and don't even like it. The surgery totally changed my taste buds, I get my Protein first from my shakes, then eggs, Beans, nuts, cheese etc. But my main source of protein is the shakes. I make fratatas and Breakfast pies to keep things interesting and use lots of veggies, eggs, cheese. There are tons of vegetarian cook books that have wonderful receipes.

[mom2lucky (suznc) 81]

You can order TVP from Netrition for $2.59 for 10 oz. you can add it to Soups and other sauces. Might be a good for you post op when trying to get in your high Protein requirements. Amazon probably sells TVP too.