Vegetarian Daily Diet

I need tips for a balanced vegetarian diet when trying to build muscle?

I have been working out a lot recently and am focusing on building some mores muscle. (Luckily I have a great supply of protein powder at my disposal.) Here plan for the day: This morning (I did a strength training workout combined with some light cardio) I mixed some frozen strawberries in with some diet v8 and two scoops of protein powder. (240 cals total and 45+ grams of protein. Lunch- About 2 1/2 cups of salad consisting of romaine lettuce, broccoli, tomatoes, carrots, and light cesear dressing. (Only 15 calories and no fat for the dressing.) I also had immitation soy chicken with about 11 grams of protein and 90 calories. (No fat.) *I'm not sure how to calculate the vegetable proteins since I didn't check label & serving size when it was prepared. I'm having sushi for dinner and I'm pretty sure it contains avocados, carrot, ginger and comes with wasabi and soy sauce. Is this a good routine? And how much protein added on to the daily amount is required in order to build muscle? Also, I've been vegetarian for over a year, so no "Include some animal proteins" please. (I'll take my protein without the fat.) I do take vitamins including liquid B12 since I have had anemia for years. (Not related to vegetarianism.) Also, I have made a pledge TODAY to cut WAY back on sugar (Unless it's natural -like in fruits- I want to keep it to a minimal amount) and I am QUITTING caffiene. I know, I am expecting some difficulty, but I think it is healthier in the long run. Thanks everyone! :) Also, I am not overweight or trying to lose weight. I am actually on the slim side, which is why I want some muscular tone and definition. I also enjoy living healthy, but I don't want to drop lbs. I am 5'10'' and 123 lbs right now.

Public Comments

1. try to have a strict diet with fiber and grains with natural fruit juices and complex carbohydrates exercise everyday for an hour and maybe try yoga it may make you lose weight and be confident hoped i helped also eat small portions every other hours to keep you from getting hungry , hungry means more eating and no fats fast food or try less fried foods