Steak vs. Broccoli: The Protein Debate 🥩🥦 It’s true that broccoli has more protein per calorie than steak, but who’s eating 35 cups of broccoli? If you’re on a plant-based diet, you don’t have to rely on just broccoli. You will never see me eating 35 cups of broccoli. There are plenty of high-protein options like tofu, tempeh, seitan, and plant-based protein powders that provide all the protein you need without the saturated fat and cholesterol. Some vegan protein powders contain MORE protein