🏋️ Post-Workout Recovery
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Firm tofu for Post-Workout Recovery

12g protein per 100g · Complete

Fits in moderation

After lifting, 20–40g of fast-digesting, leucine-rich protein within a few hours kicks off muscle protein synthesis.

The numbers

Per 100g
12g
76 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~126g
protein per day
Per 100g portion
12g
Servings/day to hit target
11×
~836 kcal from this food

Why it works for post-workout recovery

For post-workout recovery, look for fast digestion, complete profile, leucine ≥ 2g per serving. Firm tofu isn't a top pick from soybeans — complete protein.

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